UNDP in Asia and the Pacific

Join us for a webinar, "Leveraging Social Innovation Platforms for Inclusive and Sustainable Local Development", which aims to spark reflection on current approaches to local development and inspire cities to explore how social innovation and systems thinking can support more inclusive, sustainable, and future‑ready local solutions. Date: Wednesday, 29 April 2026 Time: 14:00-15:15 (GMT+7) Register: 🔗 tinyurl.com/SIPwebinar26

As the Pacific steps into a defining climate moment, Tonga 🇹🇴 is doing the work now — building the evidence base that will shape decisions for generations. More here 👇 undp.org/pacific/blog/d…

Floods, droughts and heatwaves are disrupting markets and supply chains. Adapting to these risks needs private investment alongside public action. The G7 Adaptation Accelerator Hub helps countries engage business and unlock finance. 👉 Learn how: go.undp.org/5N5

South-South cooperation in action. #Nepal & the #Philippines accelerate #climateaction and share challenges and solutions on: 💰 Climate finance tracking 🌲 Carbon markets and nature-based solutions 🔄 Low-carbon energy transition Learn more👉 go.undp.org/NP-PH_exchange

UNDP Malaysia, with support from the Ministry of Finance, is promoting rural entrepreneurship to strengthen livelihoods and inclusive growth across Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak. The initiative combines renewable energy access with training, mentorship, and business support, enabling farmers, women, and youth to boost productivity, grow enterprises, and access wider markets, helping build resilient livelihoods and sustainable local economies. Read More: go.undp.org/SFX

When communities come together, forests come back to life 🌿 In Khardi, Maharashtra, mangroves are identity, protection, and livelihood. Today, over 20 hectares of degraded land stand restored, bringing new opportunities for farming and women-led livelihoods🌱 Through the Enhancing Climate Resilience of India’s Coastal Communities (ECRICC) project, restoration combined native species, scientific planning, and strong local stewardship. With support from @theGCF and @UNDP_India , this is climate resilience in action. Read more 🔗 shorturl.at/GDjBN @MahaForest @MangroveForest

Above Tonga, an aircraft is firing pulses of laser light at the land below. What it is revealing is every ridge, depression, and coastal edge that will shape decisions to last decades. Why does this data matter? Learn more: go.undp.org/SyC @theGCF @spc_cps @UNDP_Pacific

Congratulations to @bangkokbma on winning UNDP Gender Seal Gold 🏆—the highest global standard, first public institution in Asia-Pacific @undpasiapacific, setting an inspiring example for other cities in turning gender equality into real impact on people’s lives!

Less than 10 days left to nominate equality heroes for the #InternationalPrideAwards. ⏳ Across the world, people are showing up, building change, and advancing #LGBTIQ+ rights and freedoms for all. ✨ Who has inspired you? Submit your nomination today: internationalprideawards.org/en/nominations/

🔴OUT NOW: Strategic Framework for Blended Finance Mobilizing private capital is essential to closing the massive #climate adaptation gap. @UNDP & Convergence’ new framework offers a practical roadmap to move from high-level policy to investment. 👇 go.undp.org/Blended_Financ…

In Enga Province in Papua New Guinea, UNDP and the Enga Provincial Government strengthened climate resilience, food security, and ecosystems. Despite COVID-19, tribal conflict, and the 2024 Mulitaka landslide, the EU-funded initiative planted over 180,000 trees and coffee seedlings, modernized coffee production, and supported 5,000 people through fishponds, poultry farms, nurseries, and 30 low-value community grants. @UNDP @UNDPinPNG @EU_Commission

As climate change intensifies, small island nations are often forced to make consequential decisions with incomplete information. Now, Tonga🇹🇴 is changing that. Using LiDAR technology, it is building a precise picture of its islands – powering flood modelling, coastal risk maps and sea-level rise projections to guide the decisions that will shape its future: undp.org/pacific/blog/d… #ClimateAction

📣How are we doing things differently in supporting local governance? We are supporting innovative approaches driven by community needs, systems thinking, adaptability, and integrated solutions to effectively address the diverse and evolving challenges faced by local communities. Through our regional initiative, The Social Innovation Platform, we are supporting communities, local governments and partners to co‑create solutions that respond to real community needs, while building resilience for the future and accelerating #SDGlocalization. See the full brochure here: tinyurl.com/brochureSIP2026 Don’t miss our webinar, on 29 April 2026, 2:00 PM (GMT+7) and hear firsthand from SIP implementers and gain practical insights from their on-the-ground experiences. Register here: tinyurl.com/SIPwebinar26

For billions, the nearest clinic is hours away. For others, it's long waits and lost paperwork. Digital tools and AI are flipping the script. go.undp.org/SVk

Asia and the Pacific’s cities are growing rapidly, now home to 2.2 billion people, with 48 million more added each year until 2050. But growth is deepening inequalities. Nearly 700 million people live in informal settlements, and over 65% of urban workers lack secure jobs and social protection, while climate and environmental pressures are rising. The 2026 Asia Pacific SDG Partnership Report highlights practical solutions to build more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities. Let’s act now. Download: go.undp.org/5WE @kanniwignaraja @beatetrankmann @UNESCAP @ADB_HQ @SustDev @SDG2030 @UNHABITAT

The Blue and Green Islands Integrated Programme is looking for a Nature-based Solutions Investment Specialist. Interested in joining a transformative initiative designed to address pressing environmental challenges faced by 15 SIDS? Apply here: ow.ly/1WWA50YCLCb

From “water sisters” in coastal Bangladesh to clearing unexploded ordnance for weather stations in Solomon Islands. Explore how countries and communities are responding to the impacts of climate change in the latest issue of the @UNDP Climate Change Adaptation newsletter 👉 mailchi.mp/undp/the-plane…]

All over the world, #LGBTIQ+ equality heroes are making change happen. We want to thank them. The 2026 #internationalprideawards will be presented in 5 categories. Nominations are open until 17 April: internationalprideawards.org/en/nominations/

UNDP Bangladesh, with support from the Green Climate Fund, is promoting community storytelling to place local voices, especially youth, at the center of climate narratives in coastal areas. In Shyamnagar, Khulna, youth used mobile tools to document climate change, livelihoods, and resilience, highlighting issues like saline water impacts and climate-resilient livelihoods, strengthening advocacy for climate action. Read More: bdundp.exposure.co/community-stor…

By 2024, these projects reduced solid waste by 1,879+ tons, engaged 79% of local residents in waste management practices, and benefited 10k+ individuals. See how we've been working with @UNDPChina to support community-driven solutions #ForPeopleForPlanet: ow.ly/fb2f50YEjKC