With the support of our partners, we launched Rengelekel Belau with our first youth series of events focused on ocean literacy and Palauan identity.

Sponsors:

Conservation International

One Reef Micronesia

Palau Conservation Society

In partnership with the Ministry of Human Resources, Culture, Tourism & Development, we joined #TeamBelau on a journey through Taiwan to participate in the first #WorldIndigenousTraditionalGames!

December 6 - 15, 2025

Sponsors:

Council of Indigenous Peoples, Taiwan

MHRCTD

Palau National Youth & Cheldebechel Council

As a member of the Earth Day Committee, we hosted a Community Closet let by our youth Project Leader, Ms. Shuri Chibana.  Shuri pitched her idea for a free event for anyone to bring used clothing and/or take used clothing at a swap event.  The event highlighted how everyday choices such as re-wearing and sharing, reduce textile waste and strengthen community care. Through this simple yet impactful initiative, the clothing swap demonstrated that sustainability is not only about large-scale solutions but also about collective community action rooted in sharing and responsibility.  Sustainability is not expensive technology, it is community behavior. 

We had such an overwhelmingly positive response to this project and we plan to continue hosting Community Closet events throughout the year. To donate or volunteer at an event, contact us at info@rengelekelbelau.pw.