The Regional Hub for Asia Climate Change and Health (REACH) is now inviting researchers, institutions, organisations and industries across South and Southeast Asia to co-create climate-resilient health solutions through a landmark regional funding opportunity. Successful applicants stand to receive grants of up to MYR 400,000.00 to deliver projects that inform national strategies, reinforce frontline health systems, and protect vulnerable populations from escalating climate risks.
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[EVENT] PANAS! Climate Storytelling Workshop & Panel Discussion
Science Media Centre Malaysia, in collaboration with WWF-Malaysia and with support from the British Council Alumni UK, launches the PANAS! Climate Storytelling Workshop and Panel Discussion, aimed at empowering journalists and content creators to craft evidence-based, human-focused, and solutions-driven climate stories. Held on Saturday, 8 November 2025, the programme features two interconnected sessions: a hands-on storytelling workshop and an open panel discussion at Sustain.ed, Kuala Lumpur.
[ARTICLE] Immersive Climate Journalism Workshop Brings Pulau Besar’s Stories to Life
Against the backdrop of turquoise seas and sandy shores, 15 local journalists and content creators came together on 18–20 September 2025 for an immersive workshop on climate change reporting. Co-organised by Science Media Centre Malaysia and Tengah Island Conservation (TIC) as part of the Festival Pulau Besar, the three-day programme blended classroom learning with hands-on field visits to highlight how climate stories can be humanised, localised, and solution-oriented.
[ARTICLE] PANAS! Science Journalism Workshop: Building Bridges Between Science, Media and Policy
In an effort to encourage collaboration between scientists, journalists, and policymakers, Science Media Centre Malaysia, in collaboration with University Malaya, recently organised a transdisciplinary workshop aimed at bridging the gaps between science communication and evidence-based policymaking, particularly in the context of climate change.
[EVENT] PANAS! Science Journalism Workshop: Strengthening Climate Change Communications Through Science Advice
Science Media Centre Malaysia is pleased to invite expressions of interest for the PANAS! Science Journalism Workshop, an interdisciplinary one-day event focused on the critical role of science advice in shaping public understanding and policy, with a special emphasis on climate change communication.
[ANNOUNCEMENT] Call for Climate Story Pitches: PANAS! Climate Change Stories in Malaysia
Science Media Centre Malaysia invites Malaysian journalists, writers, and science communicators to submit story pitches for PANAS! Climate Change Stories in Malaysia, an initiative aimed at surfacing evidence-based, solutions-oriented narratives on how climate change is affecting communities across the country.
[MEDIA RELEASE] Science Media Centre Malaysia Among Six Recipients of INGSA-Asia Seed Grants to Promote Science Advice
Science Media Centre Malaysia is among six recipients of INGSA-Asia Seed Grants to promote science advice among scientists, journalists and advocacy group in Malaysia. This interdisciplinary workshop will bring together scientists, journalists, and advocacy groups to explore how science advice can inform and improve science communication, particularly in the realm of climate change reporting.
[EXPERT REACTION] COP 28 Wins and Losses
The recently concluded 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in Dubai has undoubtedly propelled global initiatives forward. However, as we navigate the post-COP landscape, the challenge lies in translating these international commitments into tangible actions on the ground. To shed light on this crucial matter, we have reached out to a few climate experts for their immediate reactions and insights.
[METHANE MATTERS] Urgent Call for Clear Policies and Committed Methane Action in Malaysia
Amidst Malaysia's commitment to the Global Methane Pledge, a groundbreaking policy brief emphasises the urgent need for the government to articulate a clear national direction for methane action. The role of corporations, public awareness, and cohesive strategies are crucial for sustainable progress against methane emissions, a significant contributor to global warming. The policy brief calls for a more integrated approach and highlights the risk of missed opportunities without clear policies and committed action.
[FEATURE ARTICLE] What to Expect at COP28: A Decisive Moment for Global Climate Action
As COP28 kicks off in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) from November 30 to December 12, 2023, the urgency of addressing the escalating climate crisis takes centre stage. It marks a pivotal moment for world leaders, country negotiators, activists, representatives of indigenous communities, journalists, and other stakeholders among the expected 70,000 attendees—the largest gathering in the history of United Nations climate change summits. With a resounding call to accelerate global climate action, this conference is an essential platform to reassess commitments and chart a course towards limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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