CIRDAP – Enabling Rural Communities

Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)

An Intergovernmental & Autonomous Organization; Established in 1979, Mandated for Promoting & Strengthening Integrated Rural Development Systems for 15 Asia-Pacific Countries; Namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Fiji, India, Indonesia, IR Iran, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand & Vietnam.

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Webinar on ‘Green Building Infrastructure in Rural Development’ (March 5, 2026)

As a part of the CIRDAP Knowledge Series – 2026, a webinar on ‘Green Building Infrastructure in Rural Development’ is going to be held on (Thursday), March 5th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Bangladesh time (12 p.m. Indonesia time). Recognizing the importance of green building infrastructure for sustainable rural development; CIRDAP in collaboration with the Non-Aligned Movement Centre for South-South Technical Cooperation (NAM CSSTC), and Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) will jointly organize this webinar. In the webinar, the Green Principles, Renewable Energy Adoption, Sustainable Infrastructure Development, and Behavioral Change Initiatives of Green buildings related to rural development will be discussed. The webinar will focus on the application of green building infrastructure principles in the context of rural development. The scope of the webinar includes: Honorable Speakers:Dr. Rachmawan BudiartoManager, Centre for Development of Smart and Green Building,Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Indonesia. Dr. Sentagi Sesotya UtamiDirector of Centre for Development of Smart and Green Building (Cedsgreeb)Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Indonesia. Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/91304099214?pwd=o4yIVKO6nW9rclJVFEEobEZrtcpT0s.1 Meeting ID: 913 0409 9214 Passcode: 108893 — Join instructions https://zoom.us/meetings/91304099214/invitations?signature=jPSrMAtCaaH0f-Aw0NAHahitgu1hf2lpPJRqRbKjUYA

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International Online Training Program on Climate Risk-Sensitive Planning for Resilient Agri-food Systems

Climate risks such as floods, droughts, heatwaves, and cyclones are increasingly threatening agriculture and food security across Asia and the Pacific. To address these challenges, CIRDAP is organizing an International Online Training Programme on Climate Risks and Risk-Sensitive Planning for Sustainable & Resilient Agri-food Systems, to be held on 24–26 February 2026. The programme will strengthen the capacity of policymakers, researchers, and development practitioners through expert-led sessions, regional case studies, and interactive peer learning, with a focus on climate risk assessment and risk-sensitive planning for agri-food systems. Key benefits Free registration (deadline: 20 February 2026): https://forms.gle/cVTZLB4KNzuq8jYF6 More details: https://cirdap.org/InternationalOnlineTrainingProgramBrochure

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CIRDAP Project Facilitation Centre (PFC)

CIRDAP has launched the Project Facilitation Centre (PFC) as a forward-looking initiative to empower its network of MoU partners, development organizations, and expert collaborators across member countries. The PFC acts as a dynamic platform to inspire, design, and drive innovative rural development projects that advance CIRDAP’s mission of inclusive and sustainable growth. It ensures that transformative ideas are turned into impactful actions. As a central hub for collaboration and innovation, the PFC strengthens the capacity of stakeholders to access global funding opportunities, mobilize resources, and enhance rural livelihoods by streamlining project planning, funding acquisition, and implementation. Project Facilitation Centre (PFC) Operational Guide: Click Here Have a project idea? Submit your proposal, and we’ll facilitate it on your behalf with our Development Partners! For more information or inquiries, contact us at: director_research@cirdap.org

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