village leaders
Apia, SAMOA — Leaders of the villages of Faleaseela, Lefaga and Siufaga, Falelatai came together today to share their experiences and knowledge on ecosystem-based solutions to combat climate change impacts faced by low-lying coastal communities like theirs, on the south west coast of Upolu....

![The leaders’ visit was held early morning to coincide with low tide for easy access to the marine and mangrove sites at Faleaseela. This was followed by a talanoa styled informal session between the two villages, facilitated by the GEF SGP office. [courtesy photo] Village leaders at low tide among mangroves](https://www.samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/low_tide_at_village_leaders_meet.jpg?itok=Ng7wsumn)