Ethiopia is developing climate-smart education guidance for pastoralist communities with support from UNESCO. These communities represent an estimated 12 to 15 percent of the population. They live across more than 60 percent of the country's land. Many families move with their animals. Rising temperatures, long droughts and irregular rainfall can disrupt livelihoods and children's access to school.
Researchers reviewed policies, mapped organisations and spoke with community members. Their work identified climate risks, useful local practices and gaps in existing plans. A national workshop then brought education officials, regional offices and development partners together. Participants agreed that learning systems should respect mobility, culture and indigenous knowledge. The resulting guidance aims to support flexible, inclusive education while strengthening cooperation between different sectors.