University of Alberta

Published purpose

Dr. Meherali from the University of Alberta, Faculty of Nursing in collaboration with the Aga Khan University (AKU), proposes a research project aiming to understand how Indigenous Knowledge (IK) contributes to climate change adaptation and resilience in Sindh, Pakistan amid extreme heat and flooding. The project will follow a community-based participatory research approach to identify and document traditional practices and local wisdom to address climate change challenges within communities. In Phase 1 (Jan-Oct 2025), a rapid systematic review and in-depth interviews will be conducted in regions of Sindh. Phase 2 (Nov 2025-Feb 2026) will involve consultative workshops to co-design knowledge-sharing strategies. Phase 3 (Mar-Nov 2026) will focus on capacity-building and knowledge-sharing events to disseminate these strategies, fostering dialogue and strengthening community networks. The project aims to integrate IK with scientific approaches to enhance climate resilience. The project aligns closely with Canad