Climate change action requires incorporating vulnerable populations into policy responses.
In Kenya, despite widespread environmental concern, mobilization is stymied for some citizens. This study examines barriers to climate engagement through interviews, focus groups, and survey data.
Muslims' Perceived Barriers
We find Muslims express significantly lower efficacy regarding climate change than other religious groups in Kenya.
The Root Cause: Marginalization
This gap isn't due to differences in science beliefs or issue concern;
Instead, it stems from perceptions of state marginalization among Muslim communities.
These understandings are shaped through local institutions and experiences with state repression.
Broader Implications
Our findings highlight how institutionalized experiences with marginalization influence climate engagement across religious lines.
