Would you like to experience how climate change is impacting communities in a rapidly-growing developing country and learn about measures which are being taken to adapt to or otherwise cope with the emerging risks? Over recent decades, Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region has emerged as one of the world’s most productive agricultural areas, resulting in high levels of trade and major progress in poverty reduction. Yet, this region’s people, economy, and infrastructure are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. You will see what this means on the ground and learn about what people are doing to anticipate and respond to these changes. This course will help students meet their academic course requirements plus satisfy a need for adventure.
By participating in this program, you will:
- Increase your understanding of the multidimensional impacts of climate change on communities in developing countries and how these impacts are perceived by a wide set of stakeholders;
- Gain an understanding of the principles and various applications of climate resilient development planning, policies and programs in relation to agriculture and other sectors of an economy
- Apply critical thinking skills to discern the factors which are influencing the effectiveness of various climate-smart initiatives being supported by the government and international development partners
Apply by March 1