Madeline Suarez Keywords climate resilience climate change Read more about Madeline Suarez Madeline leads grassroots efforts for urban poor housing solutions in the context of heat waves, recurring typhoons causing floods, and infrastructure loss in the region. As a member of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines and the Huairou Commission, she champions inclusive resilience and gender justice in urban communities. Through non-violent campaigns, Madeline secured government support for the People's Plan, facilitating housing for 900 Informal Settler Families.
Yugesh Pradhanang Keywords climate change climate resilience Read more about Yugesh Pradhanang Yugesh is a seasoned development professional with over 20 years of expertise in urban development, local governance, and climate resilience. He has successfully led transformative projects for UNDP in crisis and middle-income countries such as Afghanistan, Ukraine, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Georgia. His work focuses on strengthening community resilience, enhancing sustainable livelihoods, promoting gender equality, and fostering climate adaptation in urban settings.
Pramila Manandhar Keywords climate change adaptation climate change climate resilience Read more about Pramila Manandhar Pramila is a seasoned Communication and Media Specialist with over 20 years of experience in child rights advocacy, media production, and public engagement. As the Communication and Media Manager at CWIN Nepal, she leads media strategy, oversees audiovisual productions, and manages partnerships to enhance communication on child protection issues.
Srinvasa Popuri Keywords climate change adaptation climate change climate resilience Read more about Srinvasa Popuri Srinivasa oversees programmes across South and Southeast Asia. He has over 25 years of experience in the field of human settlements and urban development. His extensive career includes significant roles within the United Nations, where he has worked for over 19 years across various countries in Asia and the Pacific. Srinivasa has held key positions such as the Senior Human Settlements Officer at UN-Habitat, where he has been instrumental in advancing the Habitat agenda.
Compelled Labor and Climate Change: Keeping a Focus on Women and Children Read more about Compelled Labor and Climate Change: Keeping a Focus on Women and Children This presentation gives an overview of the impact of climate change on women and children in the coastal areas of Indonesia.
Reflecting Community Struggle for Safer, Resilient, Sustainable Communities Read more about Reflecting Community Struggle for Safer, Resilient, Sustainable Communities This presentation gives an overview of Alliance of People’s Organizations in the Manggahan Floodway (APOAMF) and their advocacy for safe and permanent housing solutions through People’s Plan Process.
Advancing the Resilience of Urban Poor Communities Through Locally Led Adaptation: Sharing UNDP Bangladesh's Experiences Read more about Advancing the Resilience of Urban Poor Communities Through Locally Led Adaptation: Sharing UNDP Bangladesh's Experiences This presentation gives an overview of the integration of climate-smart development into urban planning to enhance climate change resilience.
Enhancing Urban Climate Resilience through Adolescent Leadership Read more about Enhancing Urban Climate Resilience through Adolescent Leadership This presentation gives an overview of the collaborative initiative by CWIN - Nepal aimed at empowering adolescents to address climate change challenges in urban settings.
People’s Problems, People’s Solutions, through the People’s Process Read more about People’s Problems, People’s Solutions, through the People’s Process This presentation gives an overview of a transformative approach to community engagement and problem-solving.
Sirat Mahmuda Keywords finance economic relations climate resilience sustainable economic development Read more about Sirat Mahmuda Dr. Sirat Mahmdua Joined the Economic Relations Division, Ministry of Finance as Deputy Secretary on 5 September 2022. Since then she has been working with the UN Wing mainly dedicated funds including the Green Climate Fund (GCF), Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Adaptation Fund (AF). She is working with the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action and V20 and has been assigned as the Focal Point for Global Shield Against Climate Risk in Bangladesh. She drives initiatives that promote climate resilience and sustainable economic development.