KIRIBATI JOINT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2014-2023

The Kiribati Joint Implementation Plan for Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management (KJIP) 2014–2023 serves as a comprehensive national strategy aimed at enhancing the country's resilience to climate change and disaster risks. Developed through a collaborative process involving government agencies, civil society, and development partners, the KJIP integrates climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction into all aspects of national development planning.

Key Features:

• Vision and Goal: The KJIP envisions safeguarding Kiribati's unique culture, heritage, and identity through enhanced resilience and sustainable development. Its primary goal is to increase resilience via sustainable climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction using a whole-of-country approach.
• Strategic Framework: The plan outlines 12 strategic priorities, including strengthening governance, improving knowledge management, enhancing food and water security, promoting sustainable infrastructure, and supporting vulnerable groups. Each strategy is accompanied by specific actions, outcomes, and performance indicators to guide implementation.
• Institutional Coordination: The KJIP formalizes the role of the Kiribati National Expert Group on Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management (KNEG) as the main advisory and coordination body. A dedicated KJIP Secretariat supports the facilitation of KNEG meetings, monitoring of implementation, and communication with stakeholders.
• Integration with National Frameworks: The KJIP complements existing national policies, such as the National Disaster Risk Management Plan and the National Framework for Climate Change and Climate Change Adaptation, ensuring a cohesive approach to resilience-building efforts. 

Through the KJIP, Kiribati demonstrates a proactive commitment to addressing climate and disaster