Did you know? A poisonous substance cyanide is being used for mining gold in Malaysia?
Meet Wild Asia Heroes, the Bukit Koman Anti-Cyanide Committee at Raub, Pahang who has been fighting an uphill battle to protect their health and environment against potential threat of cyanide poisoning.

Did you know? Landfills contribute 10% of the gases that cause global warming?
Naturopath Dr Joean Oon public talks have reached thousands where she taught people how to reduce organic waste by turning trash into garbage enzyme for household use as well as fertilizers and natural pesticides.

Did you know? Elephant-human conflict is a common occurrence in northern Malaysia due to rapid land clearing and development.

The Lubok Bongor Conservation, Cultural, Social and Welfare Society formerly known as the Wildlife Protection Unit is the first of its kind in Malaysia. Consisting of local farmers, the group has successfully managed the conflict and has created an awareness of wildlife protection in the community.

Did you know? Numbering 150,000, the Orang Asli (indigenous peoples) in Malaysia is the poorest and most marginalised minority group in Malaysia.

Meet Tijah Yok Chopil, a formidable Orang Asli woman who has risen above all odds to become one of the most important voices for her community.

It's time to give recognition to our local homegrown heroes. Over the year, four heroes have been nominated as Wild Asia Heroes - ordinary Malaysians who have risen above the call of duty to engage and empower their communities to protect the environment and to live sustainably.
Join Wild Asia at the Eco Film Festival held from the 4th to the 25th October to meet our Heroes and watch four short films about their stories!

Plus, we will be conducting a documentary-making workshop for interested participants with a small fee. The workshop is practical and will provide you with basic filmmaking skills.
Event details are as follows:
Make your Own Documentary!

Join Jules Ong, video-journalist and associate editor of Wild Asia for a fun and engaging practical session on how to make your own documentary at the Eco-Film Festival.

In this workshop, expect to learn the basics about pre-production, production and post-production, from preparing a shoot script and establishing a suitable location to simple editing.
Venue: Lecture Hall B, Faculty of Economics and Administration, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
Date: 17 October 2010
Time: 9am to 12:30pm
Fee: RM100 for working adults, and RM50 for students (*Students must provide proof of ID)
Requirement: Please bring your own video or still camera to make the most out of this workshop.
Places are limited, please book by completing the attached registration form and email to info@wildasia.org by 15 October 2010.

Wild Asia Heroes Awards Night
Meet the Heroes, watch their short films and participate in a question and answers session with the Heroes to learn more about their work and why they do what they do. Be inspired by the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things to conserve the environment, wildlife and local communities that are precious to us.
Venue: Lecture Hall B, Faculty of Economics and Administration, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
Date: October 17, 2010
Time: 5pm to 6:40pm
Fee: Free entry

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