Dear colleagues, partners, alumni and friends of SLE,

We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming SLE Joint International Research Project (JIRP) Series 2025, where the current 63rd cohort will present their research designs for collaborative fieldwork in Cambodia, Zambia and Vietnam.

The JIRP Research Design Series is an important moment in the SLE calendar-bringing together applied research, international partnerships, and real-world development challenges. These presentations are the result of intensive preparation by interdisciplinary teams, working closely with partner institutions in the respective countries. They will share their research questions, methods and approaches for discussion and feedback.

We especially welcome participation from our alumni, whose practical experience, critical insight and support continue to shape the SLE community. Whether you’re interested in the research themes, the countries or simply want to reconnect, this is an excellent opportunity to re-engage.

We also warmly encourage researchers, practitioners, and university colleagues working in relevant fields to join the discussions and contribute perspectives.

Presentation Schedule:

Tuesday, August 5, 2025
10:00-11:30 CEST – Cambodia
Practices to increase climate resilience in Cambodian cashew and pepper cultivation
Partner: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/8eftchrz

12:00-13:30 CEST – Zambia
Constraints and opportunities of selected opportunity crops in the Zambian food system
Partners: Global Crop Diversity Trust, University of Zambia (UNZA)
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/4yarb55v

Wednesday, August 6, 2025
10:00-11:30 CEST – Vietnam
Technical and social innovations for climate change adaptation through agroforestry in Thai Nguyen Province
Partner: Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry (TUAF)
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/44vax4e5

The events will take place online and will be held in English. Questions during the Q&A can be asked in English or German. We kindly invite you to share this invitation with colleagues, alumni peers, and others in your network who may be interested in these themes or in connecting with the SLE community.

Please find the event flyer with details attached. We look forward to your participation and to a lively exchange.