The Kiribati Coastal Protection Initiative
Have your say about an exciting coastal protection initiative in South Tarawa
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Contact Us
Get in touch with ChildFund Kiribati if you have any questions or wish to discuss the AKSCI project.
We may not be able to answer all your questions, but we will do our best to find someone who can.
Mail: info@childfund.org.ki
Phone: +686 730 88603
This project is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
Introduction
We would like to invite you to hear about an exciting project to develop a series of resilient coastal protection solutions at several locations in South Tarawa.
While no solution can offer complete protection from the sea, the Australia Kiribati Climate Security Initiative (AKCSI) is looking at ways to reduce the impact of the sea so that less damage is done to coastal protection structures.
ChildFund Kiribati wants to hear about your experiences dealing with coastal erosion, your ideas and how the project will impact you.
Who is involved?
The Australian Government and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) have joined together for the Australia Kiribati Climate Security Initiative (AKCSI), to address the need for practical and sustainable solutions to enhance coastal resilience in Kiribati.
AKSCI project
The Government of Kiribati.
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australia (DFAT)
United Nations Office for Project Services (UN0PS)
Community consultation
ChildFund Kiribati will be running the community consultation
Communities sharing their insights and knowledge - which could be YOU!
Following the community consultation, a phased approach will include a feasibility study, design, construction and commissioning of one of several possible coastal protection solutions at the three pilot sites.
Watch
Kiribati: Battling for survival (Rising Sea-Level) https://youtu.be/hW9EAkqu6aY
Hear from I-Kiribati about the impact rising sea levels are having on their lives. Video Credit: United Nations
Watch this space: coming soon! Kiribati: Seeking solutions to sea-level rise.
Meet Joseph Nyaga, coastal engineer and UNOPS (United Nations Office for Project Services) project manager and learn more about the AKSCI project.
When will it happen?
ChildFund Kiribati has been engaged to gather insights from the community during the feasibility study phase of the project. You are welcome to attend one of these meetings to share your knowledge, and learn more about the project.
Meeting dates will soon be confirmed - watch this space!
What are the benefits of AKSCI?
Kiribati’s precious land is being lost to the sea; drinking water is being polluted. While many solutions have been tried over the years, UNOPS wants to bring together local knowledge with design and engineering expertise to come up with solutions that are purpose-built for Kiribati’s conditions.
You can help us to protect Kiribati’s shoreline, land, livelihoods, private and community assets and public infrastructure.
Key sector players in the Government will benefit from the knowledge sharing for planning and implementing alternative coastal protection solutions in Kiribati.
For Example:
Fishing: An intervention such as a combination of mangroves and a seawall may reduce the impact of the waves to protect ecosystems, maintain fish supplies and offer opportunities for eco-tourism ventures.
What is happening?
The project will begin with community consultations to seek feedback about nature-based solutions and the use of locally available materials and practices which can be replicated throughout Kiribati.
Possible options for interventions to address coastal erosion include: groynes, native plants, oyster reefs and land reclamation.
The AKSCI project team has considered and reviewed previous studies, reports and advice and will be trialing a range of interventions to meet the unique conditions of each location.
The interventions will be trialed in three locations:
Tungaru Hospital at Nawerewere
Tebikenkoora community site at Eita
Tekawai ae boou site at Bonriki
Important note: the project sites are subject to confirmation by The Government of Kiribati.
How can I be involved?
You can be part of this project by sharing your experiences and insights about coastal erosion and sea-level rise. Everybody is welcome and your feedback is valuable.
We want to hear from as many people as possible. There will be community meetings, focus groups, household visits.
Details may change at short notice, so keep up to date by checking back to this website page, or following the project’s Facebook page.
