Our Team
Meet the dedicated researchers, scientists, and policy experts driving HOPESEA's mission to address climate displacement in Southeast Asia.
Core Research Team
Our interdisciplinary team brings together expertise from climate science, public policy, social sciences, and humanitarian studies.
Dr. Sarah Johnson
Senior Research Fellow
Asst. Prof. Thida Chaiyapa, PhD
Head of CenterLeading HOPESEA's strategic vision and research direction

Asst. Prof. Banthoon Phankaew, PhD
ResearcherOversees training programs, stakeholder engagement, and public communication strategies

Jarukit Kanokjaros
ResearcherContributing to climate mobility and displacement research


Nguyen Thi Hoang Nguyen
ResearcherSpecializing in community engagement and participatory research

Administrative Officers
Kanya Thongchai
Administrative Officer
Wanitcha Intagool
Finance ManagerManaging financial operations and grant coordination

Thanyarat Chaichana
Program CoordinatorCoordinating research programs and stakeholder activities
Associates

