VOICED : Ivory Coasts evicted farmers left destitute

The video discusses the forced evictions of farmers from Mount Pico in Ivory Coast to protect the forest. Despite the intention to conserve the environment, the evictions have led to significant hardships for the displaced, many of whom are migrants from Burkina Faso. The influx of people into nearby villages has strained resources, particularly schooling. As the Paris Agreement on climate change is implemented, rights groups argue that environmental protection should not come at the cost of human rights, highlighting the need for balanced approaches to conservation.

What was the main reason given for the eviction of farmers from Mount Pico and National Park?

• To build new infrastructure

• To protect the forest

• To increase agricultural production

• To expand urban areas

Why is forest conservation important for cocoa farming?

• It increases the price of cocoa

• It allows for more land to be cleared

• It ensures sustainable farming and climate stability

• It reduces labor costs

What was one of the challenges faced by villages after the evictions?

• Increased crime rates

• Overcrowded schools

• Lack of water supply

• Insufficient healthcare facilities

How many people were estimated to have been evicted from the forest?

• 100,000

• 10,000

• 50,000

• 25,000

What do rights groups argue about the evictions?

• They are often forced and violent

• They are justified by environmental protection

• They are supported by local communities

• They are necessary for economic growth