http://www.wildasia.org/ Wild Asia's articles are a collection of features on wild places, people, nature, and conservation efforts in Asia. en-us Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:10:41 +0800 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:10:41 +0800 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wild Asia CMS reza@wildasia.org (Reza Azmi) webmaster@wildasia.org (Wild Asia Webmaster) http://www.wildasia.org/weblinks/Ads/logoH.gif http://www.wildasia.org/ Over the years, we have hosted both local and international interns who worked and supported the Wild Asia team with specific projects. In turn, their time with us in turn have helped them with their graduate studies and future careers. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=685 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=685 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=685#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Wild Asia) Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0800 Interested to join us as an intern? Here, we provide guidance for your application process. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=684 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=684 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=684#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Wild Asia) Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0800 From technical skills to creative minds, we have a wide range of projects that interns can choose base on their interests and academic backgrounds. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=683 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=683 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=683#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Wild Asia) Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0800 Wild Asia is a unique organization to work with as we believe in nurturing self-growth and independence. Although we have an organizational structure in place, our working culture is open and linear, so interns are encouraged to approach us for guidance and advice. The team will always ready to assist you throughout your internship and we will ensu... http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=682 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=682 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=682#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Wild Asia) Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0800 An orphanage in Janda Baik adopts an innovative sustainability model - growing an organic farm. THO XIN YI writes. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=681 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=681 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=681#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Tho Xin Yi) Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0800 Unsustainable tourism is no longer viable for natural environments such as Janda Baik, Pahang. CHRISTINE LEONG writes that in order for Janda Baik to sustain its natural flora and fauna, a shift towards ecotourism is needed. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=680 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=680 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=680#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Christine Leong) Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0800 RICHARD BLAIR explores the positive and negative impacts of tourism in Janda Baik and highlights how the locals perceive tourism. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=679 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=679 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=679#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Richard Blair) Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0800 Rivers are an indicator of the quality and health of a habitat, and in the case of Janda Baik, Pahang, a main tourism attraction. However, increased developments in the area are taking its toll on the natural environment. TERESA YEO writes. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=678 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=678 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=678#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Teresa Yeo) Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0800 A village tucked within a valley surrounded by thick rainforests, the folks at Kampung Janda Baik depend largely on tourism revenue and private orchards. However, waste management is a stinking problem looming over the villagers' heads. ENG SEW KEE reports. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=677 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=677 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=677#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Eng Sew Kee) Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0800 The lush environment in Janda Baik, Pahang is an attraction for house owners seeking a getaway from the city. However, the green landscape is being threatened by unsustainable developments. EVELYN TEH writes. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=676 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=676 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=676#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Evelyn Teh) Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0800