SAVAE
A developmental organization working for the environment and people of South Asia.
Building a better future for people and the planet. Environmental issues affect communities throughout South Asia — SAVAE works to build widespread environmental awareness, and to carry those concerns to governments, policymakers and institutions in search of practical solutions.
SAVAE places strong emphasis on youth development — on the relationship between ecology and economy, environmental conservation, sustainable development, peace, and the meaningful participation of young people in decision-making.
Read More About SAVAEOur approach moves communities and institutions through three connected stages of environmental work.
Building environmental knowledge among communities and young people across South Asia.
Creating opportunities for youth, volunteers and communities to take part in environmental initiatives and decision-making.
Taking environmental concerns to governments, policymakers and relevant institutions to encourage practical solutions.
Six interconnected areas guide SAVAE's programs across environment and development.
Water literacy, water governance, Integrated Water Resources Management, infrastructure and water security.
Climate awareness, adaptation, extreme temperature impacts and building resilient communities.
Conservation of ecosystems, biodiversity awareness and sustainable environmental practices.
Developing young environmental leaders and increasing meaningful youth participation.
Sustainable energy solutions and improving living conditions in rural communities.
Research, advocacy and engagement with governments, policymakers and development institutions.
SAVAE is a South Asian organization working across environmental, social and development challenges — rooted in Jammu & Kashmir, India, with a regional outlook.
Countries and future programs will be added here as SAVAE's regional work grows.
Measured in the work itself, not in invented figures.
Three ways to work with SAVAE — as a volunteer, a partner, or a supporter.
News, project stories, youth voices and research — a growing editorial space.
