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A steering group member of the WWRP PEOPLE Project and Chairperson of Department of Meteorology at University of Dhaka, Dr. Fatima Akter, participated as a panelist in the session titled “Road Map Implementation: Opportunities, Challenges and Collective Responsibility” during the National Road Map Dissemination Workshop for Early Warnings for All. Alongside her, the panel included...

UN Innovation Network | Projects | PEOPLE Project PEOPLE Project joins the UN Innovation Network — a milestone for inclusive climate resilience. The PEOPLE Project, part of the World Weather Research Programme (WWRP), has officially been added to the UN Innovation Network’s library of innovation projects. Launched as a “proof of concept,” PEOPLE aims to...

The PEOPLE Project was recently highlighted in the latest UN Innovation Update for its forward-thinking approach to advancing early warning systems. This recognition underscores the project’s commitment to integrating inclusive, equitable, and community-driven strategies in developing early warning systems that effectively reduce weather- and climate-related risks. By emphasizing local engagement, co-production of knowledge, and cross-sector...

The PEOPLE Project held its second physical meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, bringing together partners and collaborators to review progress, share insights, and plan the next phase of work. Hosted at the WMO, the meeting focused on advancing inclusive and locally grounded early warning systems in alignment with the WWRP and the Early Warnings for All...

What makes an early warning system effective? It’s not just the science—it’s the people. In our latest podcast episode, we speak with Dr. Joanne Robbins from the UK Met Office, a leading voice in climate risk communication and an expert working closely with the WMO. We explore why traditional approaches often fall short, how community...