Implementing an inclusive National Framework for Climate Services

This fact sheet outlines strategies for implementing an inclusive National Framework for Climate Services to ensure equal opportunities for all people to benefit from weather and climate information, specifically within the context of the WISER programme in Africa.

• The WISER programme aims to significantly improve the quality, accessibility, and use of weather and climate information services across all decision-making levels to support sustainable development in Africa.
• To ensure climate services are relevant, institutions should maintain a workforce that represents societal diversity and develop 'impact forecasts' that address the specific needs of different abilities, ethnicities, and genders.
• Inclusive frameworks require active engagement with specific advocacy groups, including grassroots organisations supporting people with disabilities and women's rights, as well as government ministries focused on indigenous people's and women's rights to help interpret climate data.
• Communication strategies must account for diverse access to technology, literacy levels, and physical or mental abilities. This includes using braille, sign language, and loud speakers, and timing announcements to align with the daily routines of different social groups, such as those fishing or fetching water.
• Specific vulnerable populations require tailored approaches: people with disabilities and their carers should be consulted for emergency warnings, and coordination with educational authorities is necessary for the safety of dependent children.

APA

Climate and Development Knowledge Network (n.d.). Implementing an inclusive National Framework for Climate Services. https://cdkn.org/sites/default/files/files/Implement-an-Inclusive-National-Framework-for-Climate-Services_Poster-for-Met-Agencies.pdf

Chicago

Climate and Development Knowledge Network. Implementing an inclusive National Framework for Climate Services. n.d. https://cdkn.org/sites/default/files/files/Implement-an-Inclusive-National-Framework-for-Climate-Services_Poster-for-Met-Agencies.pdf.

Wikipedia

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BibTeX

@techreport{climateanddevelopmentknowledgenetworkndimplementing, author = {{Climate and Development Knowledge Network}}, title = {{Implementing an inclusive National Framework for Climate Services}}, institution = {Climate and Development Knowledge Network}, url = {https://cdkn.org/sites/default/files/files/Implement-an-Inclusive-National-Framework-for-Climate-Services_Poster-for-Met-Agencies.pdf}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }