Announcing the 2026 Global Summer School Cohort: Climate Change and Human Mobility

We are thrilled to announce the final selection of participants for the 2026 Global Summer School on Climate Change and Human Mobility.

This year, the organizing committee comprising the HOPE SEA (Humanitarian Observatory for Policy and Education in Southeast Asia) at School of Public Policy at Chiang Mai University (CMU), the Centre of Gender and Forced Displacement at Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), and Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication at Thammasat University (TU) faced an incredibly difficult task. We received over 800 applications from passionate researchers, practitioners, and scholars across the globe.

The depth of expertise and commitment displayed by all applicants underscores the urgency of addressing the "Immobility-Mobility Nexus" in our changing world. After a rigorous review and interview process, we have selected 13 exceptional individuals to join us in Bangkok this May.

Meet the Cohort

Our successful candidates represent a diverse range of disciplines, from atmospheric science to socio-legal policy. They hail from Europe, the UK, the US, Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and South Africa, bringing unique perspectives on how climate change impacts livelihoods and displacement.

Program Highlights

From May 4-8, 2026, this cohort will engage in an intensive curriculum designed to bridge the gap between research and policy:

• Advanced Methodology: Mastering causal inference and digital trace data.
• Policy Design: Drafting evidence-based adaptation frameworks.
• Field Research: A dedicated Field Lab in Ayutthaya to study climate-impacted communities firsthand.

Successful Candidates

A Message from the HOPESEA Team

"The quality of research proposals we reviewed this year was truly outstanding. We believe these 13 scholars represent the next generation of leaders who will shape more resilient and just climate policies for displaced and immobile populations."

What’s Next?

Successful candidates have been notified via email. We look forward to welcoming everyone to the AIT campus on May 3rd for our opening orientation.

To those who were not selected this year: we are deeply grateful for your interest and the hard work put into your applications. We encourage you to continue your vital work and to stay connected with HOPESEA for future opportunities and research collaborations.

Follow our journey: Stay tuned for daily updates and insights from the field during the program week (May 4-8) right here on our blog.