Design the implementation roadmap and provide capacity building for the development in Samoa of (i) a Climate Data Sharing Platform and (ii) AI-based Early Warning Systems

Project Summary:

The grant aims to increase resilient, and inclusive use, of broadband internet and enhance delivery of digitally enabled services. It will strengthen capacity for designing and implementing inclusive digital infrastructure and services that promote trust, resilience, and safety in the digital economy.

The grant funds an implementation roadmap and capacity building for two things in Samoa: a Climate Data Sharing Platform and AI-based Early Warning Systems. It supports the wider Digital Samoa Project that aims to increase resilient and inclusive use of broadband internet and improve digitally enabled services.

List of Activities:

Activity 1, Climate Data Assessment and Roadmap:

• An assessment of climate data needs 
• A stakeholder consultation summary
• A policy and regulatory review 
• Lessons from international best practice 
• An implementation roadmap with timeline and responsible agencies

Activity 2, Early Warning Systems:

• Government adoption of the systems, with technical guidelines and training manuals 
• Introduction of the systems in at least three Fono Faavae (local communities) 

Activity 3, Capacity Building:

• Workshop training materials for government staff and citizens 
• Workshop reports