Shifting Shores: Coastal Futures in a Changing Climate

What does the future of Singapore’s coastline look like, and what do we stand to lose or gain as we reshape our coasts for protection? How can nature-based solutions coexist with hard infrastructure as sea levels rise and coastal developments accelerate?

Singapore’s coastline has long been at the frontline of transformation, shaped by decades of land reclamation, urban infrastructure and port development. Today, these shorelines face a new set of challenges as climate change accelerates sea level rise. At the same time, large-scale coastal protection plans like the Long Island project are set to redefine our relationship with the sea.

In this workshop facilitated by the Singapore Youth Voices for Biodiversity, join us to explore the evolving landscape of Singapore’s coasts through the lens of climate resilience and biodiversity conservation.

This programme is designed to engage and empower youth as the primary audience, providing them with a dynamic platform to explore and learn. At the same time, it warmly welcomes participants of all ages, recognising that environmental advocacy, and the pathway towards a sustainable future, is a collective undertaking.

Whether you are a young changemaker just starting out or someone passionate about supporting youth-led initiatives, this inclusive space invites everyone to join the conversation, share perspectives and contribute to building a more just, sustainable and biodiverse future together.

About Singapore Youth Voices for Biodiversity (SYVB)

Founded in 2019, Singapore Youth Voices for Biodiversity (SYVB) is the local chapter of the Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN), serving as the official youth constituency to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The youth-led network empowers Singaporean youth to actively engage in biodiversity conservation by providing a platform for participation in policy dialogues, consultations and international forums. Through initiatives such as policy advocacy, youth consultations and collaborative projects, SYVB aims to align local efforts with the global vision of "Living in Harmony with Nature" by 2050.

About the Facilitator

Isaac Ong Zi En serves as the Programmes Head at SYVB, where he leads the design and delivery of youth-driven biodiversity and climate initiatives. In this role, he oversees a diverse portfolio of policy workshops, interactive convenings and education programmes that empower youth to engage meaningfully with environmental governance and conservation issues. He also coordinates part of SYVB’s outreach efforts, curating content for social media and making biodiversity more accessible to broader audiences.