Make Sure I Can Come!” Gendered Dynamics in Moroccan Transnational Migrant Networks in Tenerife: Environmental Concerns, Engagement and Remittances"

The concept of transnational knowledge networks have entered the field of study of environmental mobility. Yet, how these networks play a role to deal and adapt to environmental change remains understudied. Power dynamics and familial ties impact the functioning of transnational networks and intricately shape responses to environmental challenges, with gender serving as a salient factor. This research aims to theorize and empirically study how this gendered dimension matters for how men and women engage with environmental concerns within transnational spaces of Moroccan migrants living in Tenerife. This study employs visual mapping techniques to uncover gendered patterns and modalities of communication within transnational networks. The study reveals significant gender disparities in how environmental challenges are discussed and addressed within Moroccan transnational networks. While women prioritize family welfare and employ cultural practices to tackle environmental issues, men focus more on economic implications. Women's perspectives and voices are marginalized, reflecting societal gender norms and biases that prioritize men's voices and expertise in economic matters. This ignorance hinders their participation and access to support within transnational networks, perpetuating gender disparities in engagement and decision-making.