To all passionate climate activists, Bangkok is calling! You heard right—the applications for one of the most anticipated Global Summer School 2026 on Climate Change and Human Mobility are now open. A four-day selective research program hosted by the School of Public Policy at Chiang Mai University (CMU), in collaboration with partner institutions, invites applications from students, researchers, and early-career professionals worldwide who are interested in climate change and policy. The summer school is scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from May 4-8, 2026.
It’s a fully funded program, covering all expenses, including airfare, accommodation, and meals. The summer school focuses on “Change and Human Mobility,” where participants will explore how human mobility patterns are affected as climate change worsens, with issues like rising sea levels, floods, and droughts. Participants will benefit from advanced lectures by leading researchers, policy discussions on climate mobility, field visits, and development workshops.
This is a great opportunity for climate activists to take some time off from their work and attend a transformative four-day experience in Bangkok. No Application fee is required – Interested individuals should apply by March 31, 2026. Late applications will not be considered. Learn more about the criteria, coverage, and application process below.
Global Summer School 2025 in Thailand: Overview
- Host Country: Thailand
- Location: Bangkok
- Eligible Countries: Open for All
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Dates: 4-8 May, 2026
- Application Deadline: March 31st, 2026
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Theme
The Summer school revolves around the theme of Climate change and Human mobility. The key focus areas include:
- Climate Adaptation and Resilience
- Public Health and Social Vulnerability
- Environmental Justice
- Migration and Displacement Studies
- Public Policy and Governance
- Disaster Risk Reduction
- Environmental and Risk Communication
Summer School Structure
The participants will engage in:
- Policy Discussions
- Advanced Lectures
- Field Visits
- Manuscript Development Workshops
Benefits
- Round-trip economy class airfare
- Accommodation in Bangkok for the duration of programe
- Meals
- No Application fee is charged
- Access to expert-led lectures, workshops, and seminars
- Field visits to experience real-world challenges firsthand
- Networking opportunities with peers and experts
Eligiblity Criteria
Global Summer School is accepting applciations from candidates meeting the following criteria:
- The summer school is open to all nationals
- Academic Status: PhD students, Postdoctoral Researchers, Early-career faculty, and independent researchers are invited to apply
- Demonstrate research interest in Human mobility, climate change, and humanitarian studies
- Must commit to in-person participation in Bangkok during school dates
Important Dates
- Deadline: March 31st, 2026
- Interviews: April 7th, 2026
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Required Documents
- Statement of Research Interest – outline how your research aligns with the programme theme
- CV/Resume – should not exceed max 5 pages
- Research Proposal/Abstract – summary of the research project you are working on
How to Apply?
Candidates meeting the required criteria for the programme need to submit all the required documents to hopesea.org.th@gmail.com
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