Kathmandu, March 20, 2025 – A landmark media workshop titled "Connecting Science and Society: Communicating Cryosphere, Water Resources, and Climate Impacts" was successfully held today in Kathmandu as part of the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation 2025. The workshop was organized under the theme of National Glacier, Water, and Weather Week 2025, drawing 30 journalists from diverse media houses to discuss the critical role of the media in addressing climate challenges.
Jointly organized by the Water and Energy Commission Secretariat (WECS), KIRDARC Nepal, The Small Earth Nepal, Media Action Nepal, WaterAid Nepal, UNESCO, and ICIMOD, the event highlighted the urgent need to enhance communication between the scientific community and society. The workshop emphasized the role of effective media coverage in bridging the gap between science and the public, especially concerning the cryosphere, water resources, and climate change impacts.
Experts and participants engaged in discussions to explore how accurate, accessible, and compelling narratives can help convey scientific findings to wider audiences. With glaciers and snow-fed water systems under threat due to global warming, the sessions underscored the importance of collaborative efforts in fostering informed public awareness and driving climate action.
This initiative aligns with the objectives of the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation 2025, which focuses on preserving glaciers and raising global awareness about their critical role in sustaining ecosystems and livelihoods. Speaking at the event, organizers stressed the need for continuous dialogue and partnership between journalists and scientists to inform policy and promote sustainable development.
As participants gained new tools and insights for impactful reporting on climate and water-related issues, the workshop marked a significant step toward strengthening the media’s role in addressing the global climate crisis.
