Eradication of poverty has been the major focus of the UN member countries from past three decades. Despite significant efforts, a large segment of the world population still lives below the UN poverty line of $1.25 per day. One major threat to the efforts of poverty eradication is the growing concerns of global warming. Already the consequences of climate change can be seen with unpredictable weather changes, insufficient rains, severe droughts and the fast melting glaciers. India is probably facing the worst water crisis and affecting not only the people and economy but also livestock and cattle which are valuable assets for the poor farmers. Understanding the gravity of the situation it can be said that India needs to focus not only on mitigating risks of climate change but also ensure development of opportunities to reduce vulnerability of the poor.

It is an established fact that the historically marginalised are majorly the one entangled in the circle of poverty and the most vulnerable to climate change. Understanding the role of corporations in mitigating the risks of climate change and promotion of affirmative action, the webinar suggests models of development which can be replicated to strengthen the marginalised communities.