New Partnerships! It’s all systems go for a major research project on investigative and victim/survivor journey set to address child sexual exploitation & abuse #CSEA in Kenya. The research project’s key findings will make recommendations to improve Child Protection Systems in the country. The project will be conducted by MIDRIFT HURINET and Anti human trafficking & Child Protection Unit #ahtcpu, in close partnership with Childlight - Global Child Safety Institute and the University of Edinburgh. Stay tuned! #DataIntoAction #childrencantwait

The Institute of Remote Sensing and GIS (IRS) of Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh has partnered with USAID, NASA and ICIMOD’s SERVIR-HKH initiative since 2021, growing into a beacon for regional capacity-building and institution strengthening. Students at IRS are able to pioneer geospatial research in Bangladesh: with last year’s 10 intake of students securing funding to research water-resource management, crop yield estimates, forest-cover mapping, water-quality monitoring, and large-scale flash flood assessment. Their work, spanning a spectrum of critical areas, was showcased and applauded at a recent knowledge-sharing workshop that took place earlier this year at IRS. Rajesh Bahadur Thapa, Senior Remote Sensing and Geoinformation Specialist, and Science and Data Lead of SERVIR-HKH, led the workshop and made a presentation on ‘Earth Observation Applications for Improved Climate Resilience in the Hindu Kush Himalaya’. Following the workshop, IRS convened an outcome-based education curriculum development meeting. This curriculum, now adopted by Jahangirnagar University, enables faster sharing of technologies, tools, and approaches by regional learning networks. We wish the fourth batch of students to join IRS under this initiative every success with their important studies. blog.icimod.org/regional-act… #Space2Village #DataIntoAction #SERVIRHKH @SERVIRGlobal

ICIMOD’s collaboration with Bangladesh’s DAE is transforming agriculture through Earth observation & remote sensing. After 3 training sessions, DAE staff now have advanced GIS & RS skills to improve crop monitoring & tackle climate challenges. Read more: blog.icimod.org/regional-act… @SERVIRGlobal #Space2Village #DataIntoAction #SERVIRHKH

ICIMOD’s High Impact Weather Assessment Toolkit projects heavy rainfall (>100 mm per day in some areas) across Nepal and northern part of Bangladesh, due to the position of monsoon trough and a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. ICIMOD continues to work with hydro-met agencies across the HKH to ensure public bodies, non-governmental organizations, and communities have advanced warning of potentially high-impact weather and atmospheric events. Learn more: tethys.icimod.org/apps/hiwat… #Space2Village #DataIntoAction #SERVIRHKH @SERVIRGlobal

Our thoughts are with all those in India and Bangladesh affected by the devastating floods. With our region once again bearing the brunt of temperature rise, ICIMOD is working closely to support the Bangladesh government. As part of our commitment to the International Charter on Space and Major Disasters, ICIMOD has been actively sharing flood analysis maps of the affected areas in Bangladesh with Sentinel Asia, an international disaster management platform. For years, ICIMOD has supported Bangladesh officials in developing their atmospheric, weather, water, and climate monitoring capabilities. These efforts have contributed to predicting flood events and coordinating relief efforts. ICIMOD will continue to provide support to Bangladesh hydromet and disaster agencies in the coming weeks. For more information on ICIMOD's flood forecasting system, please visit: tethys.icimod.org/apps/hiwat… #Flood #SG1 @servirglobal #SERVIRHKH #Space2Village #DataIntoAction

3 Million Displaced in India & Bangladesh as Historic Rains Cause Devastating Floods. Cumilla, in the Meghna river basin, recorded 2.5 times its normal monthly rainfall in just three days. Homes, fields, roads, and infrastructure are submerged. Rivers in the Meghna and Ganges basins are at their highest levels in over five years. Stay informed about the situation: tethys.icimod.org/apps/hiwat… #Flood #SG1 @servirglobal #SERVIRHKH #Space2Village #DataIntoAction

New: While no lives were lost, satellite-based rapid assessment reveals severe toll on farmers from the recent flood. Data from #SERVIRHKH tools show the extent of flood damage on the Khando River, a tributary of the Koshi in Eastern Nepal, on 26 June, almost 6000 hectares of agricultural land submerged. #HIGRID #Space2Village #DataIntoAction @AusAmbNP @SERVIRGlobal @Neera_S_P  @saswatasanyal2 @SravanShrestha

📰In the News @Nature spotlights an innovative near-real-time forest fire monitoring system developed under ICIMOD's #SERVIRHKH initiative. With Nepal experiencing nearly 5,000 wildfires this year, the second-worst season on record, the system helps local communities and decision-makers manage fires more effectively: providing two-day forecasts showing areas with higher chances of fires; and providing historic fire incident statistics. Read the full article here: nature.com/articles/d41586-0… Discover how our app keeps you informed: servir.icimod.org/science-ap… #Space2Village #DataIntoAction @SERVIRGlobal #ForestFires

📢 Are you a young woman from the Hindu Kush Himalaya (#HKH) region? Interested in learning about geospatial information technology (#GIT) and Air Quality (AQ) monitoring? #SERVIRHKH Initiative invites you to join the 2024 edition of our training program. Apply Now: forms.icimod.org/regional-ac… Application deadline: 25 June 2024 For more information please visit: hkh.pub/git-2024 Let’s empower #WomenInGIT. #WomenInStem @SERVIRGlobal #DataIntoAction #Space2Village

'This is where data is turned in to action' Rowan Pritchard-Jones flying the flag for Merseyside and Cheshire at #rewired24. Diane Green sharing personal stories of how proactive working is making real impact in the region #Liverpool #DataIntoAction

ICIMOD is a proud partner of SERVIR as the regional hub for the Hindu Kush Himalaya region. USAID Administrator Samantha Power declared an additional $11 million for the @SERVIRGlobal initiative. "This data will not just help guide immediate lifesaving action, but it will forecast long-term needs to help countries prioritize solutions – an essential effort as countries now draft their National Adaptation Plans. " SERVIR - a unique partnership between NASA, USAID and regional centres across the globe - uses satellite data and geospatial tech to help protect the environment and improve sustainable resource management globally. #Space2Village #DataIntoAction #SERVIRHKH @USAID @NASA @SamanthaJPower

How can #SatelliteTechnology revolutionise #agriculture? Nepal achieved a remarkable 4.33% increase in paddy production, reaching 5.72 million metric tons this year, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Department (MoALD). The press note shared by MoALD attributes this success to several factors: 🌾the use of developed seeds 🌾the reduction in the impact of disease and pest infestation 🌾the improvement in the availability of fertilisers and 🌾seasonal adaptation. The press note highlights the collaboration with ICIMOD. It emphasises the significant role of satellite technology, particularly #RemoteSensing-based crop area mapping in the #Terai belt, played a pivotal role in enhancing agricultural insights. This comprehensive approach fosters sustainable and precise agricultural practices. ICIMOD proudly supports #Nepal's agricultural growth through innovative satellite solutions. 🌐🌾 👉risingnepaldaily.com/news/37… #SERVIRHKH #Space2village #DataIntoAction @SERVIRGlobal @Hello_MOALD

Lifesight is launching our new marketing measurements platform. It's like throwing a party, but instead of confetti, we're throwing actionable insights. Stay tuned for more. The party's just getting started. And yes, there will be cake. #DataIntoAction #MacroValue #DataDriven

📢Calling all women in the HKH region 👩‍💻 Are you interested in #EarthObservation & #geospatial information technology (#GIT)? Apply now for this practical, hands-on training for #WomenInGIT. Details 👉 hkh.pub/WoGIT23 Deadline 📅 26 May 2023.\ #DataIntoAction #SER

📢Calling all women in the HKH region 👩‍💻 Are you interested in #EarthObservation & #geospatial information technology (#GIT)? Apply now for this practical, hands-on training for #WomenInGIT 👉 hkh.pub/WoGIT23 #DataIntoAction #SERVIRHKH #Space2Village #WomenInSTEM

For #EarthDay2023, our own @BzGEO and @africa_science are at @NASAGoddard today to talk about how we serve @NASA 's commitments to a better Earth and #climate future 🛰️🌎🌿 #DataIntoAction

Grateful to @PowerUSAID for recognizing our work to combat global food insecurity. As a @servirglobal hub, we partner with @NASA & @USAID, using #satellitedata to help communities prepare for the #climatecrisis that threatens food & water security. #space2village #DataIntoAction

The #ForestFire season is here. 🔥🌲 Our dashboard, built in collaboration with the Department of Forests & Soil Conservation, @MOFENepal, gives near real-time updates on #ForestFires in #Nepal. 👉servir.icimod.org/science-ap… #Wildfire #MovingMountains #DataIntoAction #HKH

With advanced tech & probabilistic forecasting, #HIWAT is a game-changer for extreme weather preparedness! Thank you @nitughaley for covering #Nepal’s #HIWAT. Learn more 👉 servir.icimod.org/science-ap… #SERVIRHKH #DataIntoAction #Space2Village @SERVIRGlobal #HKHCryoNWaterRisk

Here's more on #HIWAT being discussed in @nitughaley's article >> servir.icimod.org/science-ap… #Space2Village #DataIntoAction @SERVIRGlobal