Save the Date! UBC Himalaya Program is excited to host a panel discussion on: Climate Change Science-Policy-Society Interface in the High Himalaya. Join us for an evening of conversation featuring government officials from Nepal.
Date: Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
Venue: Place of Many Trees, Liu Institute for Global Issues (UBC)
RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1555078304069?aff=oddtdtcreator
Title: Climate Change Science-Policy-Society Interface in the High Himalaya
Description:
The panelists will discuss climate change impact on the high Himalaya as experienced by Indigenous communities of Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality (KPLRM). Findings from the upcoming KPLRM Local Adaptation Plans of Action (LAPA) will be shared during the event to highlight the accelerated melting of snow and ice, increasing climate change induced risks and hazards, changing socio-economic dynamics and deteriorating conditions for climate-resilient Indigenous Sherpa lifeways.
Speakers include:
Hon. Sonam Gyalzen Sherpa – National Assembly Member, and President of the Federation Strengthening and National Concern Committee
Hon. Tashi Lhamu Sherpa – Vice Chair, Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality
Hon. Nuru Zangbu Sherpa – Ward Chair, Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality
Dr. Pasang Yangjee Sherpa, University of British Columbia
Note:
1. Event will be recorded.
2. Event will be livestreamed. [livestream channel to be included soon]