Southeast Asia's archipelagic and mainland countries grapple with environmental challenges amidst rapid urbanization and forest conservation. SEI's work in this region focuses on gender and social equity, climate adaptation, reducing disaster risk, water management and more.
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Media coverage / The failure of aid agencies to "rebuild better" after the 2004 tsunami.
Perspective / Interview with the lead authors of the UN Environment report, Marine Plastic Litter in East Asian Seas: Gender, Human Rights and Economic Dimensions
Media coverage / As Tacloban city struggles six years after being devastated by Typhoon Yolanda, a call to transform current development and recovery models.
Feature / Lauded indigenous leader from West Timur Mama Aleta recently spoke with SEI, urging the use of Indigenous knowledge to meet today's environmental challenges.
Perspective / The lands and livelihoods of Indigenous Peoples in Southeast Asia face mounting threats. Their knowledge and rights are vital to addressing these threats.
Perspective / Asian River Deltas make up "the breadbasket of the world" but are sinking and shrinking due to climate change and poor management. How do we respond?
Feature / Resettlement planning after the devastating Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines has led to displacement of farmers that had been living on land for generations.
Feature / Udon Thani in Northern Thailand is a rapidly developing small city that is planning ahead to ensure its growth is green and sustainable.
Press release / UN Environment, UnSchool and the Sustainable Lifestyles programme (co-led by SEI) is amplifying calls to action for sustainable lifestyles globally.
