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 Wed, 16 May 2012 21:59:42 +0800 Wed, 16 May 2012 21:59:42 +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/ Volunteer RONALD TIPAN spent two weeks teaching English to Orang Asli children in Cameron Highlands. Impressed at how well they can already converse in basic English, sometimes all it takes is just a little confidence - and a chance. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=687 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=687 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=687#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Ronald Tipan) Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0800 Jungle retreats are upping the ante and providing guests with comfortable living in nature's bounty and scenic beauty. What better way to soak up the forest flavour than to stay perched up at a spacious tree house right in the middle of the jungle. Travel with DEBORAH CHAN to the heart of India where she fulfils her childhood dream and explores the... http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=686 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=686 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=686#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Deborah Chan) Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0800 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