Every year millions around the world are affected by various natural calamities and disasters. South Asia is one of the most climate-vulnerable regions. Across the region, many communities face poverty and extreme challenges from natural disasters, such as floods, droughts, and cyclones.

With current climate change projections, these issues will only grow. Eliminating poverty requires new models that empower people to survive and even thrive in the face of changing environments and weather-related incidents.

Organised by BRAC Social Innovation Lab, the 2016 Frugal Innovation Forum will look at innovations in climate change, disaster management, adaptive livelihood and agriculture. We will build on the global discussions at COP21 in Paris and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), but with a clear focus on the priorities for South Asia.

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