Stories of People
around the Mekong
Stories that bring together research partners.
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Women keep the 'rhythm of life' amidst the saline intrusion season in the Mekong Delta
Women in the Mekong Delta are leading the way in climate adaptation by implementing innovative farming and water storage techniques to combat saline intrusion.
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Call for consultancy: Final Evaluation (FE) for Mekong Thought Leadership and Think Tanks Network Program
This call seeks independent external evaluator(s) to conduct an evaluation of the MTT program.
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Luang Prabang villagers join forces in sustainable fisheries management
Villagers in Luang Prabang have successfully partnered with researchers to establish a fish conservation zone and develop alternative livelihoods, ensuring sustainable fisheries management and community resilience against the impacts of climate change.
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Fish conservation in Luang Prabang
In response to declining aquatic biodiversity in Luang Prabang, the establishment of fish conservation areas has emerged as a crucial initiative to ensure both ecological sustainability and the well-being of local communities.
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Insights into driving regional research towards policy change
This article highlights how researchers can step out of the ivory tower and become "change agents" by transforming raw scientific data into powerful, life-changing policies for the Mekong Region.
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The dark side behind the light from small hydropower
Explore the hidden environmental and social costs of small hydropower in Vietnam and the urgent need for fairer water sharing.
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Savannakhet strengthens agricultural resilience through climate adaptation research
Discover how research-driven climate adaptation strategies are helping farmers in Laos's Savannakhet province overcome floods and droughts to secure their agricultural future.
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Community-based Initiatives and multi-stakeholder approach: Key to addressing climate change for rural communities in Cambodia
Explore how a community-based, inclusive, and multi-stakeholder approach is essential to help rural Cambodian communities build resilience against severe climate change impacts like droughts and floods, despite ongoing funding challenges.
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From skepticism to action: Savannakhet farmers embrace carbon credit scheme
Discover how rice farmers in Savannakhet, Laos, are turning initial skepticism into action by adopting innovative, water-saving agricultural methods to reduce methane emissions and generate carbon credits.
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Addressing water scarcity via solar-powered groundwater treatment system in rural Cambodia: Benefits and challenges
See how solar-powered groundwater treatment offers a sustainable solution to water scarcity and contamination in rural Cambodia, despite high upfront costs.
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Call for Expressions of Interest: Rapid Response Grants under SUMERNET PLUS Programme
SUMERNET is calling for the Expressions of Interest (EoIs) for its rapid-response research grants.
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