Youth Expeditions
RE.Peat:
a Regional Expedition to Experience Peatlands
Building off our past expeditions to the Air Hitam forest reserve in 2016 and 2019 (PEEP), we decided to scale them up, and RE.Peat was born.
Recognizing the need for interregional collaboration to solve a transboundary crisis, RE.Peat 2024 was the first multi-country and multi-stakeholder expedition programme for youths in the ASEAN region, starting with Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
The 10-day program brought together 20 youths and served as a learning platform to explore the interconnections between climate change, haze pollution, and sustainable agriculture.
What RE.Peat participants gain:
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A better understanding of a complex issue through an intercultural lens
An intercultural exchange is facilitated to understand the
socio-political and economic factors that lead to haze across the region.
Hear from local communities on the progress and challenges faced to prevent fires and protect peat swamp forests.
Forge new friendships with participants from other countries and develop project proposals together
Exchange perspectives on how their different governments are tackling and can prevent haze through different policy measures.
2. Scientific and indigenous knowledge exposure
A practical expedition will allow participants to experience peatlands and learn about fire ecology, sustainable land management practices, and ecosystem services from a variety of experts, from local orang asli (indigenous) communities to businesses (palm oil plantation smallholders and corporations).
Learn and understand the importance of community-led solutions and nature-based solutions from local NGOs
Support peatland revegetation and restoration work through the planting of saplings.
Acquire technical knowledge on peatlands, land management, and carbon sequestration through expert-led workshops and presentations.
RE.Peat participants are:
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Youths aged 18-35
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Young leaders residing in Southeast Asia who want to make a difference in their communities
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Interested in solving complex environmental and social challenges
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Curious to learn more about forest management and restoration practices
Interested in joining future trips to experience Peatlands?