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Key findings
• While nearly half of the respondents preferred to remain in Aden, around one third expressed an interest in moving. Yet, among those who wished to move, many lacked the resources to do so, resulting in patterns of involuntary immobility.
• Most household members who had moved in the past reportedly relocated to another city within Yemen. However, among those currently considering mobility, the majority hoped to move abroad, most commonly to Saudi Arabia.
• Economic factors were the primary reported drivers of mobility, with livelihood opportunities and income needs cited most often. However, qualitative findings showed that climatic conditions often worsened economic vulnerabilities, indirectly influencing movement decisions.
• Although most respondents had experienced climate hazards such as extreme heat or unpredictable rainfall, these were generally described as moderate in severity. This likely contributed to climate hazards being cited infrequently as direct reasons for moving. Displaced populations were found to be the most vulnerable to climate stressors, especially those facing protracted displacement and insufficient support.
• The majority of respondents reported being able to meet their basic needs and access essential services. Migrants and IDPs, however, described precarious living conditions and unstable livelihoods, highlighting significant disparities compared to the general population.
• Overall, mobility decisions appeared to be shaped by a combination of perceived resilience, economic pressures, and resource constraints. Future increases in climate hazards or reductions in support or resources could shift this balance, increasing both voluntary movement and involuntary immobility.