Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm HST
Registration
Southeast Asia faces immense challenges from climate change due to its geography, reliance on agriculture, and densely populated coastal areas. Rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and prolonged droughts are driving migration across the region, reshaping societies and testing resilience.
Join us for an engaging webinar that delves into the dynamics of climate-induced migration in Southeast Asia. Our panel of experts will discuss the societal, familial, and regional implications of these migrations and share strategies for building resilient communities in the face of environmental change.
Speakers:
- Dr. Laura David – Director, Marine Institute
- Dr. Mokbul Morshed Ahmad – Professor and Head of Department of Development and Sustainability, Asian Institute of Technology
- Melinda Martinus – Lead Researcher, Climate Change in Southeast Asia Programme, Yusof Ishak Institute
Moderator:
- Sopheak Chann – Visiting Fellow, Michigan State University
This webinar is part of the LuceSEA Fall 2024 Webinar Series and is co-sponsored by the UH Center for Southeast Asian Studies, with generous support from the Henry Luce Foundation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from leading experts and join the discussion on addressing one of Southeast Asia’s most urgent challenges.
Register now and be part of the conversation on climate-resilient futures!