Asia
Through community led development, our programs in Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam are creating stronger communities and changing lives.
By engaging with communities, we are sharing information and resources and leading sessions on topics like nutrition, hygiene and emergency preparedness. Our work is hands-on and engages all members of the community to develop sustainable solutions like water filters and sanitary toilets.
In Japan, we are using research, advocacy and outreach work to discover and develop the best disaster response and preparedness methods. We are implementing these methods in our programs throughout Asia. Our work helps communities to plan for potential emergencies. And when disaster strikes, we’re there to help communities recover.
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Latest Updates
One Year Later: Building Disaster-Resilient Communities in Indonesia
In Indonesia, CWS Japan is building disaster-resilient communities along the Benanain River. Through the I-CREATE project, local leadership, technical expertise and climate adaptation strategies are helping communities prepare for and reduce the impact of disasters.
From Activism to Agriculture: One Mother’s Path to Safety and Self‑Reliance
Along the Thailand–Myanmar border, democracy activists and displaced families are finding safety, mental health support and essential resources. Stories like Ei Ei Khin’s show how local partnership and access to safe shelter restores dignity, stability and hope for people facing trauma and conflict. Finding Safety Through Shelter and Community Support In the shadow of conflict and forced displacement, the path …
Finding Safety and Hope Along the Thailand–Myanmar Border
Trigger warning: This story contains references of depression and suicidal ideation. Along the Thailand–Myanmar border, democracy activists and displaced families are finding safety, mental health support and essential resources through CWS’s partnership with the New Myanmar Foundation. Stories from Aye* and Aung* show how this assistance and access to safe shelter restores dignity, stability and hope for people facing trauma …