Harnessing Indigenous and Traditional Knowledge for Climate Resilience in Fiji

Author : The World Bank
Publications : Report
Published Date : 06 Aug, 2026
 
Harnessing Indigenous and Traditional Knowledge for Climate Resilience in Fiji
 

Abstract

This World Bank policy report highlights the role of Indigenous and Traditional Knowledge (ITK) in strengthening climate resilience across Fiji, showcasing how locally grounded practices, including traditional early warning indicators, cyclone-resilient housing designs, and nature-based riverbank protection systems, continue to reduce climate and disaster risks.

 
Eco system:
Coastal
Tags:
Disaster risk reduction
Geographic Region:
Asia-Pacific
Hazards:
Floods
Journal:
N/A
Pages:
N/A
Volume:
N/A
Year:
2026

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