Literacy Rates
The Literacy Rates index offers insights into the population's ability to access, understand, and utilize climate-related information. Higher literacy rates can enhance adaptive capacity by enabling individuals to comprehend warnings, adopt sustainable practices, and engage in informed decision-making. By examining literacy across different regions and demographics, users can identify areas with lower adaptive resilience and prioritize educational interventions that foster climate awareness. For example, in rural regions with lower literacy rates, communities may struggle to interpret climate adaptation strategies or disaster preparedness plans. Initiatives like providing climate education in local languages or through pictorial materials could bridge this gap, enhancing community resilience.
National Literacy Rate
Age Group Analysis
Regional Distribution
School Enrollment
The School Enrollment index measures the accessibility and participation in education across Ghana. Enrollment rates are vital for understanding generational preparedness to confront climate challenges. Schools play a significant role in disseminating knowledge about sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. This index helps pinpoint regions where lower enrollment may hinder efforts to build long-term resilience against climate risks. In areas with low school enrollment, such as remote communities, children may not have access to knowledge on sustainable agriculture or environmental conservation. Programs that integrate climate education into local school curriculums could empower younger generations to implement eco-friendly practices.
Enrollment Rates by Level
Primary Education
94.8%- Net Enrollment: 94.8%
- Gross Enrollment: 103.2%
- Completion Rate: 91.5%
Secondary Education
73.2%- Net Enrollment: 73.2%
- Gross Enrollment: 85.4%
- Completion Rate: 68.7%
Tertiary Education
18.5%- Net Enrollment: 18.5%
- Gross Enrollment: 20.3%
- Completion Rate: 15.8%
Educational Attainment by Gender
The Educational Attainment by Gender index sheds light on disparities in access to education between men and women. Gender gaps in education can affect adaptive capacity, as empowered women are more likely to lead community-based initiatives for sustainable development. By analyzing this index, stakeholders can identify regions where gender inequality might exacerbate climate vulnerability and address barriers to equitable education for building inclusive resilience. In areas where women have lower educational attainment compared to men, women might lack the resources or knowledge to adopt climate-smart technologies in farming. Empowerment projects that focus on training women in sustainable practices can help these communities adapt better to climate risks.