The online museum will meticulously record and preserve the non-economic loss and damage experienced by communities. It will do so by capturing their experiences, cultural events, artefacts, and natural resources through photographs, videos, and audio recordings. This will ensure that the essence and significance of these elements persist, even if they were to disappear physically.

Capturing the voices of communities

We collect photographs, videos, and audio recordings directly from communities affected by non-economic losses and damages resulting from climate change. This firsthand documentation will not only bear witness to their experiences but also capture cultural events, artifacts, and natural resources that are under threat, ensuring that community voices are heard and their heritage is preserved.

Preserving traditional knowledge

We will work closely with local communities to digitally record and preserve the traditional knowledge, oral histories, and cultural practices, languages that may be at risk due to climate change. The aim will also be to identify strategies for preserving and protecting traditional knowledge.

Expert collaboration

The museum will provide a collaborative space where experts from diverse fields, including anthropology, linguistics, and conservation, can come together to comprehensively and professionally guide, advise, and document non-economic loss and damage. This interdisciplinary approach will ensure a holistic understanding of the issue.

Encourage physical artefact preservation

In addition to making digital records available, the online museum will encourage local partners and universities to collaborate with museums, libraries, and archives to collect and safeguard physical artefacts, documents, and materials. Items such as traditional clothing, tools, and practices that have been documented through photographs and videos can be added, ensuring that they are not forgotten.