The mission of the IRI is to enhance society’s capability to understand, anticipate and manage the impacts of seasonal climate fluctuations, in order to improve human welfare and the environment, especially in developing countries. This mission is conducted through strategic and applied research, education and capacity building, and provision of forecast and information products, with an emphasis on practical and verifiable utility and partnerships.
From the IRI website, links lead to information on climatic prediction, monitoring, impacts, decision systems, policy systems, and outreach education.