In marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty every 17 October, The SMERU Research Institute (SMERU) organizes a talk show focusing on poverty and climate change. The event serves to foster a common understanding of how closely poverty eradication and climate action interconnect.

This discussion seeks to expand awareness and gather broader support from stakeholders—including government bodies, research institutes, development partners, academics, and practitioners—regarding the vital need to integrate climate change factors into all initiatives aimed at empowering poor and vulnerable communities.