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SUMMARY:2020-21 Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Asia Centre and Oxfam in Asia\, welcome journalists\, media scholars and students\, those actively working for an equal society\, and all interested people for the 2020-21 Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award Ceremony on 24 March 2021 at 2.00 PM (Bangkok Time\, GMT+7) via Zoom Webinar. \nHear from the journalists who wrote the 10 top stories selected by the panel judges. These journalists delivered high-quality articles on the issues of inequality during the COVID-19 pandemic in Asia and were selected from 117 submissions from Bangladesh\, Malaysia\, Myanmar\, Pakistan\, Philippines\, Thailand and Vietnam. \nDuring the event the top 3 prize winners will be announced. \nSign up here
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/2020-21-journalism-for-an-equitable-asia-award-ceremony/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20210311T093000
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SUMMARY:Law and Lawlessness:  Myanmar Coup and Human Rights
DESCRIPTION:Law and Lawlessness: Myanmar Coup and Human Rights \n\nThe February 2021 military coup in Myanmar\, which sought to overturn the November 2021 free and fair election\, flew in the face of the country’s own Constitutional provisions regarding public emergencies and respect for international human rights standards. The coup in Myanmar clearly defies constitutional commitments and international obligations.\n\nAsia Centre will bring together an international panel of lawyers and experts to examine this developing issue. \n\nThe discussion will examine these key questions:\n– How can Myanmar’s military junta be held accountable for its illegal actions?\n– What is the role of the international community\, including ASEAN\, in bringing Myanmar back to a position of respect for the rule of law and human rights?\n– What is the role of civil society in restoring a legitimate\, constitutional order?\n\nDate: 11 March 2021\nTime: 9.30 AM (Bangkok\, Thailand GMT+7) Registration from 9.00 AM\n\n  \n\nSpeakers\nAndrew Harding\, Constitutional Law Expert\, National University of Singapore\nKhin Mai Aung\, Asia Centre Associate and Member of Free Rohingya Coalition\nSaul Takahashi\, Professor of Human Rights and Peace Studies\, Osaka Jogakuin University\n\nKatherine Southwick\, Atrocity Prevention Advisor\, Independent Contractor at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum\nRaïss Tin Maung\, Founder and board chair\, Rohingya Human Rights Network \nSign up: http://bit.ly/3pvUyVg \nREAD: Asia Centre’s Briefing Note: Myanmar Coup and Internet Shutdowns https://bit.ly/3prl3LD
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/law-and-lawlessness-myanmar-coup-and-human-rights/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20210225T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20210225T153000
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SUMMARY:Report Launch: Defending Freedom of Expression
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nDefending Freedom of Expression: Fake News Laws in East and Southeast Asia published by Asia Centre and the Council of Asia Liberals and Democrats (CALD) examines the existing and recently enacted laws and policies in the region which govern disinformation. The aim of the report is to provide a policy tool of ideas to empower legislators\, political party leaders\, academics\, civil society activists\, journalists to protect freedom of expression. This report compares the impact of legislation in countries with multiparty legislatures and independent government institutions\, and countries with one dominant political force and an absence of independent national institutions. It finds that in the former countries\, provisions are included to safeguard human rights and democratic practices and international conventions are adhered to and aligned with human rights principles. In contrast\, in the latter countries\, the authority of the state is placed at the centre of disinformation laws\, and their interpretation thereof\, in which the description of what constitutes fake news is often vaguely-worded. To address the human rights and democratic gaps in these countries\, a set of recommendations are prescribed to governments to meet their international human rights obligations\, establish independent institutions\, work with technology companies and collaborate with stakeholders when implementing national legislation and policies to address fake news. \nDate: 25 February 2021\nTime: 2 PM – 3.30 PM (Bangkok\, Thailand GMT+7)\nRegistration from 1.45 PM \n  \nPanelists\nFrancis Gerald “Blue” Abaya\, Secretary General\, the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats\nDr. James Gomez\, Regional Director\, Asia Centre\nPeifen Hsieh\, Spokesperson and Deputy Director\, the Department of International Affairs of the Democratic Progressive Party of Taiwan\nJohn Nery\, Columnist\, Philippine Daily Inquirer\nSiripa Nan Intavichein\, Chairperson\, CALD Youth Deputy and Spokesperson\, Democrat Party\, Thailand\nMoritz Kleine-Brockhoff\, Regional Director\, Southeast and East Asia Office Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom\n \nModerator\nDr. Robin Ramcharan\, Executive Director\, Asia Centre \n  \nConveners:\nAsia Centre is a not-for-profit social enterprise that seeks to create human rights impact in Southeast Asia. The Centre achieves this by undertaking evidence-based research on critical human rights challenges and develops knowledge toolkits\, such as books\, reports\, baseline studies\, policy briefs\, commentaries which are used for advocacy purposes to promote and protect democracy and human rights. \nThe Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD) was inaugurated in Bangkok\, Thailand in 1993. CALD positioned itself as a unique platform for dialogue and cooperation through which political parties\, groups\, and individuals can have an open discussion on the developments in the region. The aim is to assess the possibilities for liberal solutions to problems facing Asian democracies. CALD is the only regional alliance of liberal and democratic political parties in Asia. \nSign Up: http://bit.ly/2MtmM5G \n  \nContact: comms@asiacentre.org; info@cald.org\nWebsite: https://wp.asiacentre.org/; http://cald.org/\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/asiacentre.org/; https://www.facebook.com/asianliberals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20210120T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20210120T153000
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SUMMARY:5th Benedict Anderson Memorial Roundtable: COVID-19 & Vaccine Nationalism
DESCRIPTION:Due to high demand for a COVID-19 vaccine\, there have been a number of pre-purchase agreements being made between governments and vaccine manufacturers to secure and prioritise a country’s needs before others. This is now commonly known as ‘vaccine nationalism’. As a range of vaccines are being developed and tested in numerous clinical trials globally\, several wealthier countries such as the US\, UK\, France\, Germany have entered these pre-purchase agreements. In doing so\, there is now a growing fear that advanced agreements like such will make the initial release of vaccines unaffordable and inaccessible to the less-developed countries and\, in turn\, the vaccines are prioritised to the more-developed countries in a world of 8 billion people. On 20 January 2021\, Asia Centre and the Thai Media Fund will hold the Benedict Anderson 5th Anniversary Memorial Roundtable to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic impact and the development of ‘Vaccine Nationalism’. This event is to commemorate the work of the late Professor Benedict Anderson on nationalism. Asia Centre has held 4 previous memorial roundtables. \nSpeakers:\nAsst.Prof. Wisit Tangkeangsirisin\, PhD National Vaccine Institute\nDr. David Moore\, Portland State University\nAlexandra Demetrianova\, Freelance Journalist\nDechun Zhang\, Leiden University \nModerator: Dr. Robin Ramcharan\, Asia Centre \nTo attend this Webinar sign up: https://bit.ly/3nOOveR \nRegistration starts from 1.45 PM
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/5th-benedict-anderson-memorial-roundtable-covid-19-vaccine-nationalism/
LOCATION:Asia Centre\, 128/183\, Phayathai Plaza Building\, 17th Floor\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi\, 10400\, Bangkok\, 10400\, Thailand
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20201209T140000
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SUMMARY:Report Launch: COVID-19 and Democracy in Southeast Asia: Building Resilience\, Fighting Authoritarianism
DESCRIPTION:On 9 December 2020\, Asia Centre will release a baseline study that evaluates the state of democracy and human rights in Southeast Asia during the COVID-19 pandemic. “COVID-19 and Democracy in Southeast Asia: Building Resilience\, Fighting Authoritarianism” outlines how Southeast Asian governments have taken the pandemic as an opportunity to tighten their grip over their citizens and the individuals who are within their borders. The research for the report\, which is currently being undertaken (July to November 2020)\, covers the period from January to November 2020 of the situation in the Southeast Asian countries of Brunei\, Cambodia\, East Timor\, Indonesia\, Laos\, Malaysia\, Myanmar\, Philippines\, Singapore\, Thailand\, and Vietnam. It examines the emergency decrees and laws\, the suspension of democratic activities\, increased surveillance\, and the framing of human rights activists as national security threats in the region. This is Asia Centre’s second baseline study in 2020 and the report is released to mark Human Rights Day\, 10 December 2020. This report is currently under external review. \nSpeaker\nDr. James Gomez\, Regional Director\, Asia Centre \nDiscussants\nDr. Rebecca (Bec) Strating\, Executive Director\, La Trobe Asia\, La Trobe University\nDr. Kristina Kironska\, Researcher\, Palacky University in Olomouc\nCelito Arlegue\, Executive Director\, Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD)\nPatricia Galdamez\, Senior Advisor\, Permanent Secretariat\, Community of Democracies \nModerator\nDr. Robin Ramcharan\, Executive Director\, Asia Centre \nSign Up Online: https://bit.ly/30B3uiu \nDate: 9 December 2020 \nTime: 2 PM – 3.30 PM (Bangkok\, Thailand GMT+7) \nRegistration from 1.45 PM \nContact: research@asiacentre.org
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/covid-19-and-democracy-in-southeast-asia-building-resilience-fighting-authoritarianism/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20201202T140000
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SUMMARY:2019-20 Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Earlier this year\, Asia Centre and Oxfam in Asia\, announced the finalists for the Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award Ceremony. Due to the persisting pandemic\, we will hold an online awarding event instead. \nWe\, at the Asia Centre and Oxfam in Asia\, welcome journalists\, media scholars and students\, those actively working for an equal society\, and all interested people for the 2019-20 Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award Ceremony on 2 December 2020 at 3 pm CST/ 2 pm ICT/ 12.30 pm IST via webinar. Hear the outcome of the selection from 35 Shortlisted entries from the region\, to 10 top journalists and 3 prize winners. \nFemales lead the field of the top ten journalists. The writers delivered high-quality articles on the issues of poverty and inequality in Asia. Out of the twelve journalists\, who wrote the top ten articles at the award\, eleven were women and only one man. The writers faced fierce competitions from over 100 submissions from Bangladesh\, Malaysia\, Myanmar\, Pakistan\, Philippines\, Thailand and Vietnam. \nAll of these articles covered how inequality affects people from across Asia and/or their country from lenses such as economic inequality\, women’s rights\, public services\, taxation\, climate justice\, etc. They also discussed practices and policies that contribute to building a fairer Asia. During the awarding ceremony we will hear directly from these journalists. \nSign up NOW to join the event through this link: https://bit.ly/3kNdb4W
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/2019-20-journalism-for-an-equitable-asia-award-ceremony/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201120
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DTSTAMP:20210128T023041Z
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SUMMARY:NOMINATIONS OPEN: Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award 2020-21
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Inequality crisis and the pandemic \nAsia\, just like the rest of the world\, is grappling with COVID-19. Despite tremendous economic growth and advances in healthcare\, technology\, and elsewhere during the preceding decades\, we are struggling to overcome the pandemic and the resultant economic and social fallouts. As of now\, there’s no end in sight and no direct path to recovery\, with experts predicting human progress could be set decades back by the time the crisis ends. \nLike with any crisis\, the worst impacts are brunt the people left-behind the most. Impoverished communities\, daily wage workers\, women caregivers\, migrants\, those living in congested and underserved urban slums\, elderly\, differently-abled\, and refugees and displaced people have been hit harder. Not only have such disadvantaged groups faced more exposure to the disease\, but they’ve also felt the worst of the economic fallout. If current trends continue\, more people could die from starvation by the end of the year than from the pandemic. Women and children have faced increased violence at home during the lockdowns. \nBefore the pandemic hit 1.2billion Asians were struggling in or near poverty\, and our continent was home to 2/3rd of the world’s working poor. Early estimates suggest that a 20% loss of income would push hundreds of millions more people in South Asia and East Asia and Pacific into extreme poverty or to the brink. The situation is likely to get worse before it gets better. \nInequalities\, not just between people\, but also between nations and regions\, have become visible. Many nations in our region and elsewhere have paid a hefty price – in lives\, in GDPs\, and in social stability by excluding communities. To tackle the pandemic where no one can be safe in isolation and where we can only be safe if all of us\, our systems must change to be inclusive. \nDisparities between countries and regions in public healthcare systems\, inclusive social protection\, and other public goods have been evident in the outcomes achieved by the nations in fighting the pandemic. Investment in public goods – healthcare and social protection – have proven successful in keeping COVID-19 at bay. A key takeaway is to increase such investment. \nTo build back better\, more resources must go to building up public services like education and socio-economic solutions that favor the poor\, disadvantaged groups\, and small businesses. Beyond the pandemic\, such systemic change is essential to tackle any future crises – natural or man-made. In addressing inequality and ensuring the wellbeing of people\, the climate crisis is also a priority that must be addressed. \nIn fighting the pandemic\, vigilance and restrictions on Asian’s freedoms of movement\, speech\, and other rights have been imposed. While some restrictions and tracking have helped fight the pandemic\, others have been arbitrary at the least or aiding and abetting authoritarian regimes and allies at the worst. Justice and inclusion cannot take place if people don’t have the right to stand up for their rights\, wellbeing\, and progress. Vulnerable people like refugees and migrants have been subjected to random raids and rounding up by authorities\, and they must too have a strong voice and spaces to defend their rights. \nAs a voice of the people\, journalists have the skills and visibility to draw public attention to gaps and loopholes in the basic social infrastructures. Across Asia\, journalists have reported on the plight of people who’ve been suffering injustice\, discrimination\, and exclusion to create social empathy and engagement for progress. Journalists have and can influence the policymakers and action leaders in governments\, businesses\, and among the general public. \nJournalism for an Equitable Asia Award aims to recognize and encourage more journalists to write for a fairer Asia that works for all its people. \nThe award will launch onsite or online* in several countries in South and Southeast Asia: Bangladesh\, Malaysia\, Myanmar\, Pakistan\, Philippines\, Thailand\, and Vietnam. \n*Should the COVID-19 pandemic still persist in the early part of 2021 where travel and face-to-face meetings are not possible\, then online sessions such as webinars will be held. \nCriteria for Nomination \nJournalists are eligible for nomination if they meet the following criteria: \n\nWritten English* articles of minimum 650 words in length published in print or digital platform (Any written medium or public platform is eligible given the fulfillment of all the other criteria)\n\n\nJournalists writing two or more pieces published on the theme of inequality crisis and the pandemic from 31st January 2020 to 7th February 2021 will be eligible\n\n\nThe nominated article(s) should cover how vulnerable communities across Asia are facing challenges from COVID-19\, but go beyond to include structural issues such as inequality\, poverty and dysfunctional governance from lenses such as economic inequality\, women’s rights\, public services\, taxation\, climate justice\, etc. They may also discuss practices and policies that contribute to building a fairer Asia\n\n* Journalists may also submit articles published in other languages with a mandatory English translation. \nNomination Process \n\nAwards nominations can be submitted online: https://bit.ly/36lPkDX\nJournalists themselves\, readers\, media institutions or interested others such as civil society and academia may submit nominations. \nEach valid nomination must contain the name of the journalist\, verifiable details of the published article(s) (links)\, their media affiliation(s)\, the contact information (Email\, WhatsApp/line\, phone) of the journalist. \nWhile they are required to submit proof of two published articles\, they must also indicate which one they’d prefer to be considered for the award.\nIn case online links are not available they can submit the scanned articles (translations) as pdf documents. \n\nAward Timelines \n[table id=2 responsive=scroll /] \nJudging Panel \nThe Judging Panel will be made up of 5 people media and inequality experts\, and will include representation from the Asia Centre\, Oxfam International\, and independent experts.  \nJudging Criteria \n[table id=1 responsive=scroll /] \nAwards \n\nThe top 3 winners will receive cash awards and will be recognised at the Award Ceremony.\nThe top 10 journalists* will be invited to participate in the Journalism for an Equitable Asia Forum following the Award Ceremony to be held in Bangkok.\nTop 5 journalists from each country will receive certificates recognizing their work. \n\n*  Depending on their ability to participate. 
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/journalism-for-an-equitable-asia-award-2020-21/
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SUMMARY:ASEAN - Japan Relations: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:As ASEAN and Japan are economically\, socially and politically inter-connected\, this webinar will examine the shared implications of the COVID-19 pandemic for Japan and Southeast Asia. In particular\, it will examine the challenges brought about the COVID-19 pandemic and explore the possible joint solutions to address the issue.\n\nKey Questions: What have been the impact on the economy of Japan and ASEAN? How has it affected people-to-people relations and travel? Have geopolitical developments affected ASEAN-Japan relations. What are the shared learning points that have emerged from this health crisis? What can ASEAN and Japan do in the post-COVID-19 era?\nAsia Centre will host this webinar discussion to facilitate an exchange of views between Japanese scholars and academics based in Thailand.\n\nSpeakers:\nSaikaew Thipakorn\, Japan – ASEAN Studies Center\, Chulalongkorn University\nTaro Mochizuki\, Osaka University\nDavid Malitz\, BALAC\, Chulalongkorn University\nSaul Takahashi\, Osaka Jogakuin University\nMs. Akiko Sato\, Human Rights Now\nModerator: Robin Ramcharan\, Executive Director\, Asia Centre\nTo attend this Webinar sign up: https://bit.ly/32Q4EZt
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/asean-japan-relations-the-impact-of-the-covid-19-pandemic/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20201104T150000
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SUMMARY:Countering  the Coronavirus-related “Infodemic”: Sharing Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Since February 2020\, the COVID-19 pandemic has created an “Infodemic” which has created a challenge for countries trying to tackle issues of disinformation\, misinformation and too much information.  \nA spike in COVID-19  related “fake news” is placing communities in very vulnerable positions resulting in risk to public health. In Thailand one challenge wrought by the pandemic is the circulation of fake news about preventive measures\, possible clusters and false reports of patients. In Taiwan\, its response to fake news was through a mixture of  accountability and transparency\, information correction and the respect for human rights and rule of law. Collectively\, these factors have contributed to effective crisis communication\, panic prevention\, and public trust in the government’s responses. This seminar brings speakers from both jurisdictions to share best practices on how best to shield communities from the negative effects of COVID-19  spurred “Infodemic”.  \nTo attend this Webinar sign up: https://forms.gle/sTrQusTqzSCdxQUN7 \nContact: research@asiacentre.org \n 
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/countering-the-coronavirus-related-infodemic-sharing-best-practices/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201101
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SUMMARY:From Look East to Act East: Challenges and Opportunities in Contemporary India-Southeast Asia Relations
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nWhereas one can trace India’s relations with Southeast Asia (SEA) through history\, their interaction has reached unprecedented levels as India moved from its “Look East” policy of the early 1990s\, to “Act East” under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ‘Act East\, adopted in 2014\, represents a realignment of India’s foreign policy\, which seeks to build on historical ties between India and SEA.  \nIndia had a close connection with different regions of SEA. Land routes through East Bengal\, Assam and Manipur transported the Indians to the further east. Indians travelled to Upper Burma through various passes in Manipur hills and to Lower Burma through Arakan and also reached places such as Malay\, East Indies and Indochina by crossing the Bay of Bengal.  \nCommercial and trade connections between India and SEA paved the way for cultural diffusion between these 2 regions. As a result\, India left its cultural imprints on SEA societies and culture. The Brahmans introduced Indian court customs\, the theory of monarchy\, administrative organization on Indian patterns\, laws based on Manu’s code\, Indian epics\, the Ramayanaand\, the Mahabharata and also works on a variety of subjects like philosophy\, medicine\, mathematics and religious lore. This led to the spread of Indian culture and civilization in the Southeast Asian region and the period of diffusion lasted from about the beginning of the first until the end of the twelfth century. This resulted in a certain degree of cultural acculturation. In fact\, acculturation takes place only when each of the two distinct cultures has the elements of accommodating and absorbing each other. \nThese historical linkages lead to present day convergences. Contemporary India-Southeast Asia relations are no longer hampered by Cold War era divergences that prevented a closer relationship between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).  The collapse of the Cold War structure occasioned a rapprochement of the hitherto Soviet-leaning India with both the West and East. Look East represented an attempt to approach the West and integrate in international trade networks through an ASEAN springboard. Moreover\, in 1996\, India joined the ASEAN Regional Forum\, a regional security forum in which all the world’s major powers are participants and on an equal footing\, unlike the United Nations Security Council.  \nThe geopolitical configuration in Asia is a multi-polar one\, with ASEAN\, India\, Japan and the United States (the Quartet) aligned with each other. All of them espouse the Indo-Pacific concept. The strong-arm tactics in the South China Sea\, has pushed the Quartet closer together as China rises economically and militarily.  While the United States and Japan have heavily promoted the Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) strategy to hedge against China since 2017\, India and ASEAN members\, though they have embraced the Indo-Pacific concept\, have remained cautious due to fear of antagonizing China.  \nIn this context\, India has sought closer collaboration with Southeast Asia to tap into ASEAN’s market to promote economic growth\, especially to the poorer northeastern region\, as well as to combat China’s rise. In turn\, ASEAN states received funding from India to support collaborations across political\, economic and socio-cultural sectors and in the financial year 2017/2018\, India-ASEAN trade has increased steadily and stood at US$ 81.33 billion. India-ASEAN defence and military ties have also increased\, notably with Indonesia\, Singapore and Vietnam.   \nIndia’s northeastern region is strategic given its proximity to Myanmar\, an ASEAN member-state that has very close relations with China. Modi’s 2014 ‘Act East Policy’ looked to commerce\, culture and connecting the northeast to SEA states to further encourage economic activity in that area. The development of India’s northeastern region remains vital in Modi’s political agenda\, and is incorporated into Vision 2020 to promote basic self-sufficiency in that region.  With the South Asian Association for Regional Corporation (SAARC) stalled\, India has turned to the  Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) initiative to try to achieve greater connectivity between India and Southeast Asia. BIMSTEC membership includes Bangladesh\, Bhutan\, India\, Myanmar\, Nepal\, Sri Lanka\,  and Thailand. The importance of India’s northeast is self-evident.  \nAcademics\, post-graduate students\, policymakers\, think tanks and civil society organisations are invited to submit a 300 word (maximum) abstract\, addressing one of the themes below\, for review.  \nThemes  \nThe conference aims to analyze the cultural\, historical\, economic\, military and political relations between India and Southeast Asia. Six themes will be examined:  \n\nThe uses of the past to foster closer ties: culture and soft power diplomacy \nColonial / Post-Colonial experiences and their impact on contemporary relations\nEconomic ties and the prospects for greater trade interdependence\nIndia-SEA Connectivity under BIMSTEC \nThe FOIP concept: complementarities and divergences \nSecurity ties between India and Southeast Asia \n\nConference Fee \nA flat\, non-refundable\, conference fee of USD$ 200 is payable for all keynote\, paper and poster presenters\, participants and drop-in visitors. \nThe conference fee of USD$ 200 is payable directly to Asia Centre\, please email contact@asiacentre.org \nThe conference fee covers the cost of the venue\, equipment and logistics\, lunch and breaks on conference days\, certificates for participants\, conference communications and staff. The fee does not cover accommodation\, local transport and flight. \nConference Fee Payment \n1. Non-Indian participants pay conference fee online. \n\n \n\n\n\nConference fee_From Look East to Act East\n\n\nKeynote $200.00 USDPaper presenters $200.00 USDPoster presenters $200.00 USDParticipants $200.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n \n\n*Please be aware that all conference fees are not refundable.\n**All costs regarding the transfer of the conference fees (Transfer fees) are to be covered by the applicant.\n*** Conference fees are subject to 7% VAT.\n2. Indian participants\, please email iaapsbkk2020@gmail.com for payment instructions.Abstract Submission & Deadlines:  \n\nAbstracts must be submitted to:  contact@asiacentre.co.th \nDeadline for abstract submission:  28 February 2020\nCommunication of acceptance: 1 week after abstract submission \nSubmission of Final Paper:  31 March 2020\n\nConference Dates \n\n29 October 2020\, 7PM-9PM Welcome Reception\n30 October 2020\, 9AM-5PM Conference Sessions\n31 October 2020\, 9AM-12PM Conference Sessions\n\nOutcomes \nConference Proceedings will be published on the website of Asia Centre. Thereafter selected papers will be considered for a peer-review process with a view to producing a book by a reputable international publisher.  \nConveners \nThe Conference is being convened by Asia Centre\, Bangkok\, Thailand\, The India Association for Asian & Pacific Studies (IAAPS)\, Kolkata and the University of Calcutta. \nVenue \nAsia Centre\, Phayathai Plaza Building\, Bangkok\, Thailand \nContact:   \nMr. Yawee Butrkrawee\, Program Coordinator\, Asia Centre: contact@asiacentre.org \nRegister here (Non-Indian Participants) \nRegister here (Indian Participants)
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/from-look-east-to-act-east-challenges-and-opportunities-in-contemporary-india-southeast-asia-relations/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20201007T091500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20201009T170000
DTSTAMP:20220915T101459Z
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SUMMARY:Hate Speech in Asia: Challenges and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nAcross Asia hate speech based on fake news has led to an increase of violent incidents as disinformation divides communities during periods of political and communal tensions. With rising internet penetration and use of mobile devices\, abusive and threatening remarks both in speech and writing are going viral over social media. Often such content expresses intense prejudice against individuals or particular groups\, on the basis of disability\, ethnicity\, gender\, nationality\, political ideology\, race\, religion or sexual orientation which can rise up to a frenzy leading to violent outcomes. Governments have enacted laws to preserve public order as well as to protect human dignity. They have also sponsored and assembled inter-faith dialogues and embarked on social cohesion efforts. Other stakeholders such the UN\, international organisations\, civil society and faith-based groups are also doing their part to combat hate speech. In the search for solutions to these challenges\, there is also a need for an evidence-based discussion to critically examine the phenomenon of hate speech and its impact on democracy\, the rule of law and human rights.  This conference seeks to address the issue of hate speech from an evidence-based and a solution grounded approach while upholding freedom of expression. \nSee concept note here \nThemes\nThe key issues that will be examined are as follows: \n\nBlasphemy\, hate speech\, “harmony” (national\, social\, religious) laws and bills\nInternational Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD)\nHuman rights mechanisms (UN [UPR/Special Procedures]\, AICHR\, NHRIs)\nNon-legal interfaith dialogues and social cohesion or social harmony initiatives\nPerspectives from religion\, race\, ethnicity and nationalities\nPolitical and nationality-based discrimination and hate\nSocial protection of gender and LGBTIQ stakeholders\nRole of media\, social media and technology\nImpact on democracy\, freedom of expression\, human rights and the rule of law\nAny other relevant or related themes\n\nObjectives\nThe conference aims to achieve the following objectives: \n\nConvene interested individuals and organisations researching hate speech;\nExchange information and trends around legislation to prevent hate speech;\nExamine non-legal measures to promote social cohesion and harmony;\nEvaluate hate speech’s impact on democracy\, freedom of expression\, human rights and the rule of law\n\nConference Structure\nThe conference will consist of short remarks\, keynote speeches and plenary and breakout sessions made of thematic panels and country-specific discussions. \nConference Participants\nRegistration is open to all presenters and participants from academic institutions\, businesses\, national and regional civil society organisations\, international NGOs\, political parties and intergovernmental organisations to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking. Due to the stability of internet connection available\, Asia Centre is not able to accommodate online presentations and participation. \nConference Publications\nFollowing the international conference\, Asia Centre will undertake following publishing efforts: \n\nConference Proceedings\nPublish a set of peer-reviewed Conference Proceedings. Guidelines for the conference proceedings can be found here. Style sheet guidelines can be found here.\nBook Project\nAsia Centre will invite selected authors and presenters (10-12) to participate in book proposal to Palgrave Macmillan (International Edition) and Gerakbudaya (Regional Edition). See guidelines here\nSpecial Issue Journal\nAsia Centre will also assemble a small number of papers (5-6) for submission as a special issue to a journal drawn from its pool of partners’ publication. Guidelines will be updated later.\n\nProgramme Outline \n\n7 October 2020\n\n9:15-9:30 | Welcome Remarks\n9:30-12:30 | Morning Panels (In-person)\n14:00-17:00 | Afternoon Panels (In-person)\n\nVenue: Thammasat University\, Faculty of Law\, Tha Phra Chan Campus\n\n\n18:30-20:00 | Evening panel (Webinar)\n\nVenue: Asia Centre \n\n\n\n\n\n\n8 October 2020\n\n9:30-17:00 | Morning & Afternoon Panels (Webinar)\n18:30-20:00 | Evening Panel (Webinar)\n\nVenue: Asia Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9 October 2020\n\n9:30-17:00 | Morning & Afternoon Panels (Webinar)\n\nVenue: Asia Centre\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Fee\nThis is a self-funded conference\, hence a flat fee of USD$300 that will be charged to all keynote\, paper and poster presenters\, participants and drop-in visitors. This will go towards covering the cost of the venue\, equipment and logistics\, coffee breaks on all days\, certificates for participants\, conference communications and staff. \nSubmission Guidelines \n\nPaper Presentations and Speeches\nResearchers and practitioners wishing to present papers or share their experiences are invited to submit a title\, an abstract in English of 300-350 words along with a biographical paragraph of 100 words here. For those submitting papers\, full papers should be 5000 words.\nPoster presentations\nLimited space is available for 4 to 5 poster presentations. Your presentation may be submitted in word / pdf format to the Asia Centre for consideration. A 60×80 cm poster will be printed and displayed during the conference. Full conference fees apply\n\nKey Dates\n \n\nAccepting abstracts now (on a rolling basis until 30 August 2020)\nPayment due following acceptance of abstract\nFull papers (deadline 30 September 2020)\n\nConference Partnership \nAsia Centre welcomes organisations and individuals to be a partner. Conference partners are invited to organise a panel or sponsor a keynote speaker; will have the opportunity to network and forge linkages with academia\, businesses and civil society in the region; and can promote their organisation and activities. \nPartner Benefits \n\nLogo on all publicity materials online and at conference venue\nSocial media and mailing list promotion through Asia Centre’s networks\nDisplay and also distribute promotional materials from partner organisation to participants\nDevelop expertise on the issues covered by the conference themes\n\nPartner Requirements \n\nPurchase minimum 4 tickets (USD 300 x 4 = USD1\,200)\nMarket the conference within their networks\nPartners can also buy additional conference tickets\n\nAdditional Options \n\nSponsor participants by buying conference tickets\nSponsor a keynote speaker by providing a financial grant to the conference.\nProvide corporate sponsorship (in-kind and/or financial grants) and be featured on promotional materials\n\nConvener: Dr. James Gomez \nAsia Centre\, 128/183 Phayathai Plaza Building (17th Floor)\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi Bangkok 10400 Thailand. \nRegistration and Inquires \n \nEnquiries: research@asiacentre.org \nPay your conference fees online \n\n \n\n\n\nConference Fee_Hate Speech in Asia: Challenges and Solutions\n\n\nParticipant $300.00 USDPartnership $1\,200.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n*Please be aware that all conference fees are not refundable.\n**All costs regarding the transfer of the conference fees (Transfer fees) are to be covered by the applicant. \n 
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/hate-speech-in-asia-challenges-and-solutions/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200911
DTSTAMP:20200730T095615Z
CREATED:20191108T032232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T095615Z
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SUMMARY:Journalism for the Equitable Asia Award
DESCRIPTION:Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award \nAsia and Pacific showed the biggest billionaire wealth and growth in the world last year\, now with 906 billionaires owning nearly 3 trillion dollars in wealth. In contrast\, 1.2 billion Asians are struggling to make ends meet. Women and girls and other groups without a strong voice suffer the worst. Impacts of the climate crisis have seen an increase in disasters across Asia\, and they hit those disadvantaged the hardest.   \nAs thought leaders and creators\, journalists have the skills and voice to expose social issues of inequality to build the public’s understanding and support for equality\, human rights\, and sustainability. There are many journalists across Asia who report to fight the injustice of inequality and poverty. Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award aims to recognize them and encourage more journalists to write for a fairer Asia that works for all its people. \nThe award will launch onsite or online in several countries in South and Southeast Asia: Bangladesh\, Malaysia\, Myanmar\, Pakistan\, Philippines\, Thailand\, and Vietnam.  \nCriteria for Nomination \nJournalists are eligible for nomination if they meet the following criteria: \n\nWritten English* articles of minimum 650 words in length published in print or digital platform (Any written medium or public platform is eligible given the fulfillment of all the other criteria)\n\n\nJournalists writing two or more pieces published on the theme of inequality from 1st January 2019 to 31st January 2020 will be eligible\n\n\nThe nominated article(s) should cover how inequality affects people from across Asia and/or their country from lenses such as economic inequality\, women’s rights\, public services\, taxation\, climate justice\, etc. They may also discuss practices and policies that contribute to building a fairer Asia\n\n* Journalists may also submit articles published in other languages with a mandatory English translation. \nNomination process \n\nAwards nominations can be submitted online: https://forms.gle/andt7H7NpTT1ELwZ9\nJournalists themselves\, readers\, media institutions or interested others such as civil society and academia may submit nominations. \nEach valid nomination must contain the name of the journalist\, verifiable details of the published article(s) (links)\, their media affiliation(s)\, the contact information (Email\, WhatsApp/line\, phone) of the journalist. \nWhile they are required to submit proof of two published articles\, they must also indicate which one they’d prefer to be considered for the award.\nIn case online links are not available they can submit the scanned articles (translations) as pdf documents. \n\nAward Timelines \n[table id=2 responsive=scroll /] \nJudging Panel \nThe Judging Panel will be made up of 5 people media and inequality experts\, and will include representation from the Asia Centre\, Oxfam International\, and Civil Society partners.  \nJudging criteria \n[table id=1 responsive=scroll /] \nAwards \n\nThe top 3 winners will receive cash awards and will be felicitated at the Award Ceremony.\nThe top 10 journalists* will be invited to participate in the Journalism for an Equitable Asia Forum following the Award Ceremony to be held in Bangkok.\nTop 5 journalists from each country will receive certificates recognizing their work. \n\n*  Depending on their ability to participate. 
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/journalism/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20200722T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20200722T153000
DTSTAMP:20200629T042104Z
CREATED:20200605T075818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200629T042104Z
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SUMMARY:Report Launch: Hate Speech in Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Hate speech\, often disseminated online\, has surged following the COVID-19 pandemic. Asia Centre in its inaugural baseline study\, Hate Speech in Southeast Asia\, explains the background and the issues that lead to discrimination\, violence and communal strife in the region. It examines the legal framework\, in particular a slew of “harmony” bills aimed at securing social\, racial or religious harmony as well as non-legal measures to foster social cohesion\, interfaith dialogues and social harmony. It also evaluates states in Southeast Asia that signed the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD).This study recommends a range of measures to alleviate the challenges arising from hate speech. Among them is a primary recommendation to officially recognise newer forms of hate speech and a set of secondary recommendations to promote understanding and diversity. Do not miss the launch of this very timely publication. \nThis launch is part a series of webinars in the lead up to Asia Centre’s international conference on Hate Speech in Asia: Challenges and Solutions scheduled 7-9 October 2020\, Bangkok\, Thailand. To submit an abstract for the conference\, you can do so at this link: https://forms.gle/VDajnQtz66g5xhWZ7 \n  \n｜Presenter\nDr. Robin Ramcharan\, Executive Director\, Asia Centre \n｜Discussants \nNukila Evanty\, Asia Centre Advisory Board Member and Executive Director\, Women Working Group\, Indonesia \nNur Judy binti Abdullah\, Founder and Executive Director\, Project Women and Girls Development\, Brunei Darussalam \nRowan Reid\, Program Manager\, Internews \n｜Respondent\nDr. James Gomez\, Regional Director\, Asia Centre \n｜Moderator \nBelen Bode\, Partnership Officer\, Asia Centre \n  \nRegister at: https://forms.gle/JzhSVRLxM8B4jr9w6 \nDate: 22 July 2020\nTime: 2 PM – 3.30 PM (Bangkok\, Thailand GMT+7)\,\nRegistration from 1.45PM \nContact: research@asiacentre.org\nWebsite: https://wp.asiacentre.org/
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/report-launch-hate-speech-in-southeast-asia/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20200624T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20200624T153000
DTSTAMP:20200625T081314Z
CREATED:20200512T062842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T081314Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 and Vulnerable Communities
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled hate speech against vulnerable communities\, who are the most affected. In almost every country indigenous communities\, migrant workers\, undocumented immigrants\, refugees and the urban poor have been disproportionately impacted by the virus. Following a brief presentation of Asia Centre’s findings on this topic\, invited speakers and participants will deliberate on the following questions: To what extent has COVID-19 pandemic fueled hate speech against vulnerable communities? What has been civil society and governments’ responses to mitigate this threat? What specific measures can be taken to address the issue? \nThis event is part of a series of webinars in the lead up to Asia Centre’s international conference on Hate Speech in Asia: Challenges and Solutions scheduled 7-9 October 2020\, Bangkok\, Thailand. More information about the International Conference: https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/hate-speech-in-asia-challenges-and-solutions/ \nSpeakers:\nDr. Chanansara Oranop na Ayutthaya\, Graduate School of Communication Arts and Management Innovation (GSCM)\, National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)\nDr. Jude William R. Genilo\, Head of the Media Studies and Journalism Department\, University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh\nMs. Khin Mai Aung\, Coordinator\, Doa-A-Yae: Coalition for Human Rights in Burma and Asia Centre Associate (USA)\nMr. Lutfi Hakim\, Independent Communications Professional and Asia Centre Associate (Malaysia) \nModerator: Dr. Robin Ramcharan\, Executive Director\, Asia Centre \nTo attend this Webinar sign up: https://forms.gle/TZgMCQFUz8Z5uTCc9 \nDate: 24 June 2020\nTime: 2 PM – 3.30 PM (Bangkok\, Thailand GMT+7)\,\nRegistration from 1.45PM
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/covid-19-and-vulnerable-communities/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20200527T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20200527T153000
DTSTAMP:20200610T105118Z
CREATED:20200506T031716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T105118Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 and Hate Speech
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled a rise in hate speech both online and offline. Origins of the virus\, its spread and breach of containment measures are cast based on ethnicity\, nationality and their immigration status. In this webinar\, Asia Centre presents its initial investigations into hate speech in Southeast Asia. During the webinar\, invited speakers and participants will deliberate on the following questions: How has COVID-19 pandemic fueled hate speech in Asia? What has been civil society and governments’ response to the issue? What specific measures can be taken to address the issue? This event is part of a series of webinars in the lead up to Asia Centre’s international conference on Hate Speech in Asia: Challenges and Solutions scheduled 7-9 October 2020\, Bangkok\, Thailand. \nSpeakers:\nDr. Yasuko Hassall Kobayashi\, Ritsumeikan University\nProfessor Andrew Harding\, Centre for Asian Legal Studies\, Faculty of Law\, National University of Singapore\nMs. Ayako Hatano\, Doctoral Researcher\, University of Tokyo\nMr. Wasin Punthong\, Lecturer\, Thammasat University \nModerator: Dr. Robin Ramcharan\, Executive Director\, Asia Centre \nTo attend this Webinar sign up: https://forms.gle/LCpMufQr36jnpAAR6 \nDate: 27 May 2020\nTime: 2 PM – 3.30 PM (Bangkok\, Thailand GMT+7)\,\nRegistration from 1.45pm \nContact: research@asiacentre.org
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/covid-19-and-hate-speech-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asia Centre":MAILTO:contact@asiacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20191004T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20191004T200000
DTSTAMP:20190926T085719Z
CREATED:20190704T075545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T085719Z
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SUMMARY:JAPAN – ASEAN Roundtable:  Competing for Influence in Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \nSoutheast Asia is undergoing rapid transformation with increased competition for influence from extra-regional actors such as China and the United States. In this regard\, what has been the impact on Japan and its engagement with ASEAN to date? Meanwhile\, the escalating Sino-US competition based on geopolitical interests and values\, provides Japan a unique opportunity to calibrate its influence in the region. Presently\, Japan has articulated its security and economic priorities and has used these as pivots to engage with ASEAN member states\, however in terms of values diplomacy it stirs clear away from contentious political issues. Asia Centre with the support of Japan Foundation will host a roundtable discussion to evaluate past and present Japanese engagements with ASEAN and assess the landscape moving forward. \nProgramme: \n6.00 – 6.15 PM:  Welcome Remarks by \n\nDr. Robin Ramcharan\, Asia Centre\n Ambassador Pradap Pibulsongkram (invited)\, Former Member\, ASEAN Connectivity Coordinating Committee\n\n6.15 – 7.00 PM:  Panelists\n \n\nMr. Daisuke Hiratsuka\, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Bangkok\nDr. David M. Malitz\, BALAC\, Chulalongkorn University\nDr. Sueo Sudo\, Thammasat University\nDr. Saikaew Thipakorn\, Japan-ASEAN Studies Center\, Chulalongkorn University\nMr. Saul J. Takahashi (via Skype)\, Osaka Jogakuin University\nDr. Taro Mochizuki\, Graduate School of Letters\, Osaka University\n\n7.00 – 7.30 PM: Q&A session \n7.30 – 8.00 PM: Refreshments and Networking \n*Entry by donation\, recommended amount: 150 Baht \nFor information email: contact@asiacentre.org\, Yawee Butkrawee\, Programme Coordinator\, Asia Centre
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/japan-asean-relations-competing-for-influence-in-southeast-asia/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190710T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190712T170000
DTSTAMP:20220311T014345Z
CREATED:20180704T075550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T014345Z
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SUMMARY:Fake News and Elections in Asia
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nStakeholders in Southeast Asia are increasingly expressing their concerns over the rise of information manipulation to influence public views and behavior\, mislead\, incite hatred and fear and even revise factual historical accounts. Behavioral manipulation has occurred at the grassroots level as charismatic leaders and groups take to social media to spread hate speech and fake news with the aim of gaining adherents to their cause in long running conflicts that threaten democratic values.  \nA range of governments in Asia have introduced or have announced their intention to enact legislation to cover fake news. Traditionally “fake news” or one-sided propaganda have been generated by authoritarian governments who controlled local media and later introduced a variety of legislation to mitigate the flow of alternative information from websites and social media. The introduction of fake news bills targeting individual actors and alternative news portals is an evolution in the slew of legislation authoritarian regimes have been passing over the years against alternative content generated by online communications. Attention has also shifted to technology companies and their role in combating fake news\, misinformation and rumours. Here artificial intelligence and data science are beginning to provide an understanding of viral social media content movement and its impact on habit forming behaviours. \nOverall\, early analysis shows that democracy\, the rule of law and freedom of expression are the likely victims of these emerging legislation to combat fake news. This conference will examine the phenomenon of fake news or disinformation and its use and abuse by governments\, private entities and social media\, the role of the citizen in the consumption of such ‘news’\, the responsibility of media outlets\, technology companies and the emerging legislation around it and its impact on human rights. It will also critically examine the role media literacy programme and the work of fact check centres. \nThemes \nThe key issues that will be examined are as follows are: \n\n History of misinformation by governments and media outlets\n Emerging laws and legislation to curb disinformation \n Fake news and its impact on voter behaviour and communal violence\n Effectiveness of media literacy programmes and fact check endeavours\n Role of artificial intelligence\, data science\, technology on habit forming behaviour\n Impact on democracy\, rule of law and freedom of expression\n Any other relevant or related themes\n\n  \nObjectives \nThe conference aims to achieve the following objectives: \n\n Convene interested individuals and organizations researching misinformation in Asia; \n Exchange information and trends around legislation to curb fake news  in Asia; \n Advance knowledge on role of technology and data on habit forming behavior in Asia; and\n Examine the impact on democracy\, human rights\, freedom of expression and rule of law \n\nConference Structure\nThe conference will consist of thematic panels\, country-specific discussions and a final plenary session which will be open to civil society groups\, political parties\, international organisations\, government officials and the academic community to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking opportunities. \nConference proceedings \nFollowing the international conference on Fake News and Elections in Asia\, Asia Centre will publish a set of peer-reviewed Conference Proceedings. \nGuidelines for the conference proceedings can be found here. \nStyle sheet guidelines can be found here. \n  \nVenue \n10 July 2019 \n6-9pm: Welcome Reception and Panel Discussion\n \nVenue: Asia Centre/ The Sukosol Bangkok (Confirmed) \n11 July 2019\n \n9-5pm: Paper Presentations \nVenue: 10/11th Floor\, Bumroongsuk Siha-Umphai Conference Center\,\nFaculty of Communication Arts\, Chulalongkorn University\n254 Phayathai Road\, Wangmai\, Pathumwan\nBangkok 10330 Thailand. \n12 July 2019\n \n9-5pm: Paper Presentations \nVenue: 10/11th Floor\, Bumroongsuk Siha-Umphai Conference Center\,\nFaculty of Communication Arts\, Chulalongkorn University\n254 Phayathai Road\, Wangmai\, Pathumwan\nBangkok 10330 Thailand. \n7-9pm (Partners Meeting and Dinner) \nVenue: Asia Centre/ The Sukosol Bangkok (Confirmed) \nAlso see Programme Outline. \nConference Fee\nThis is a self-funded conference\, hence a flat fee of USD$300 that will be charged to all keynote\, paper and poster presenters and participants. This will go towards covering the cost of the venue\, equipment and logistics\, coffee breaks on all days\, certificates for participants\, and conference communications. \nConference Partners \n  \n\nFaculty of Communication Arts\, Chulalongkorn University\nThe Thai Media Fund\nSchool of Media\, Languages and Cultures\, University of Nottingham\, Malaysia\nNSHM Knowledge Campus-Kolkata\nMedia Studies and Journalism Department\, University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh\nThe Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD)\nInternational Center for Not-for-Profit Law\nLaw Faculty\, University of Jember\nInternational Republican Institute\nHIVOS\nThe Friedrich Naumann Foundation\nThe Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD)\n\n  \n \n\n \n\n\n\nFake News Conference Fee\n\n\nParticipant $300.00 USDPartnership $1\,200.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nPoster presentations \nLimited space is available for 4 to 5 poster presentations. Your presentation may be submitted in word / pdf format to the Asia Centre for consideration. A 60×80 cm poster will be printed and displayed during the conference. Full conference fees apply.  \nTarget Audience \nThe conference is open to participants from academic institutions\, businesses\, national and regional civil society organisations\, political parties\, international NGOs and intergovernmental organisations to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking opportunities. Due to stability of internet connection available\, Asia Centre is not able to accommodate online presentations and participation.  \nDeadlines \nAccepting abstracts now \nFull papers and payment due by 31 May 2019 \nProgramme Outline \nDay 0 (10 July 2019): 5pm to 8pm- Partners Meeting\, welcome reception and networking \nDay 1 (11 July 2019): 9am to 5pm – Paper Presentations \nDay 2 (12 July 2019): 9am to 5pm – Paper Presentations \nPartnership Policy \nThe conference offers potential partners the opportunity to network and forge linkages with academia\, businesses and civil society in the region and highlight their organisation’s expertise on fake new legislation and its impact on human rights in the region.  \nConference partners will enjoy \nLogo on conference website\, brochure\, publicity materials and at the venue within the conference area \nSocial media promotion through Asia Centre’s networks \nSpace to display brochures and pamphlets  \nPromo materials from partner organisation can be given out to conference participants  \nDevelop expertise on the issues covered by the conference themes \nTo qualify as a conference partner\, prospective partners have to guarantee the following: \nMinimum of 4 full fee-paying presenters/participants (USD 300 x 4 = USD1\,200) \nOr provide corporate sponsorship (in-kind or financial grants)  \nMarket the conference within their networks \nPartners can also sponsor a keynote speaker provide feature presentation at the conference. \nConvener: Asia Centre\, 128/183 Phayathai Plaza Building (17th Floor)\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi Bangkok 10400 Thailand.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/fake-news-and-elections-in-asia/
LOCATION:Asia Centre\, 128/183\, Phayathai Plaza Building\, 17th Floor\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi\, 10400\, Bangkok\, 10400\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190623T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190624T170000
DTSTAMP:20190516T085024Z
CREATED:20190506T095651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T085024Z
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SUMMARY:2019 ASEAN Community Leadership and Partnership Forum
DESCRIPTION:The ASEAN Community Leadership & Partners Forum will bring together Leaders from Government\, Business\, Academia\, Think Tanks and Civil Society to discuss the future challenges facing ASEAN in the new global era. The Forum with the theme\, “Building Partnerships for a Sustainable and Inclusive ASEAN”” will also bring together next generation leaders of ASEAN\, as well as women and young entrepreneurs. The ASEAN Community Leadership & Partnership Forum provides a timely opportunity to feel the pulse of ASEAN and evaluate the progress and achievements of ASEAN as well as its future prospects. This year the event will be held on 23 and 24 June 2019 in conjunction with the 34th ASEAN Summit in Bangkok\, Thailand. \nThe event is organized by Kingsley Strategic Institute\, the Devawongse Varopakarn Institute of Foreign Affairs\, Nation Building Institute\, Thailand\, the Federation of Thai Industries\, the ASEAN Studies Centre and the Asia Centre. \nLocation: Park Hyatt \nThis year’s event will explore the following themes:\n• ASEAN Economic integration: Where are we? Where do we go from here?\n• Maintaining ASEAN Centrality\, Peace and Neutrality.\n• Enhancing Sustainability in ASEAN\, Growing Prosperity for All.\n• Prioritizing the Sustainable Development Goals: Strengthening Partnership between\n• Government\, Business and Civil Society\n• ASEAN’s Next Generation – Shaping the Future: Reimagining ASEAN among the Youths\n• ASEAN in the Age of Disruption – Wiring Up ASEAN for the Digital Economy\, Fueling Innovation\n• Pushing Ahead with Connectivity: Pathway to Integration and Prosperity \nAsia Centre is inviting expressions of interest from senior representatives of universities\, think-tanks and NGOs based in Thailand to participate in the event by registering online. There are up to 30 free registrations which cover the conference fee and associated meals are only facilitated by the Asia Centre. Please note that expenses such as airfares\, accommodation and local transport are not covered. \nSuccessful participants will be contacted by Asia Centre.If interested\, please register here: at https://forms.gle/M84jh6zGEuuFnK5Z7 \nAsia Centre will get back to you with updates as the event date approaches. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/2019-asean-community-leadership-and-partnership-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190619T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190619T200000
DTSTAMP:20190517T052007Z
CREATED:20190514T074534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T052007Z
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SUMMARY:Nights for Rights Asia Centre 4th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:On 19 June 2019\, Asia Centre will celebrate its 4th anniversary. Dubbed “Nite for Rights” to mark human rights advocacy and activism in the region\, the evening will see the Centre host a range of discussion on human rights issues impacting the region as well as strategies for effective engagement.\n\nWe invite activists\, members of civil society and international organizations as well as academia\, researchers\, writers and students interested in human rights in the region. The evening will be an opportunity for friends and supporters to gather around light refreshments and beverages\, as well as learn more about Asia Centre’s plans for the coming year.\n\nSee our Facebook event page! \nPlease sign up to confirm your attendence: https://forms.gle/19yYiSnvRLykeRKu5
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/nights-for-rights-asia-centre-4th-anniversary/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190416T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190416T220000
DTSTAMP:20190327T074321Z
CREATED:20190327T074321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T074321Z
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SUMMARY:The Fake News Industry: Developments in SEA & Malaysia
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nFake News has established itself as an industry that plagues the internet and news media\, and has transitioned from a mere limited social nuisance to a broader threat to social harmony and peaceful political transitions. \nThis round table will discuss efforts to combat fake news\, disinformation and misinformation by media\, government and technology companies in Southeast Asia and Malaysia and its impact on Freedom of Expression during and after elections. \nRegistration \nSign up at: https://goo.gl/forms/Su5VNObNyqi7H5bx2 \nPartners \nThis event is jointly organised by Asia Centre\, Gerakbudaya and School of Communications\, Nottingham University Malaysia \nSpeakers: \nThe Event will be moderated by Professor Zaharom Nain\, University of Nottingham\, Malaysia \nSpeakers: Dr James Gomez\, Chair\, ASIA Centre\nJahabar Sadiq\, Editor\, The Malaysian Insight\nDr Sonia Randhawa\, Director\, Centre for Independent Journalism.\nDr Craig J Selby\, Managing Director\, Orchan Consulting Asia SDN BHD \nVenue \nGerakbudaya\, 2\, Jalan Bukit 11/2\, Seksyen 11\, 46200 Petaling Jaya\, Selangor\, Malaysia \nTime  \n7.30-10pm Tuesday 16 April 2019
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/the-fake-news-industry-developments-in-sea-malaysia/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190321T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190321T200000
DTSTAMP:20190122T094811Z
CREATED:20190122T091406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T094811Z
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SUMMARY:International Faculty Club: Southeast Asia in the Age of Disinformation
DESCRIPTION:Asia Centre’s next International Faculty Club meeting examines some of the key challenges of disinformation in Southeast Asia and how it shapes our understanding of the region and beyond.\nIn Southeast Asia there are more than 370 million Internet users. Internet penetration in the region is listed as 58% and social media penetration at 55% (Southeast Asia Digital\, 2018). The use of mobile devices to access social media platforms has resulted in a shift in news consumption over social media platforms where content creation is immediate\, decentralized\, diverse\, not subject to regulations or fixed standards and consumed in “bubbles”. Manufactured opinion\, many of which false\, are shaping our understanding of Southeast Asia and its neighbours. Social media has become home to state and non-state agents of disinformation who use anonymous online spaces to seed rumors and fabricate content. \nVenue: Asia Centre\, Phayathai Plaza \nTime: 6 to 8 pm \nAdmission: Entry by donation (suggested amount 150 baht) \nAbout the IFC \nAsia Centre’s IFC brings together academics\, researchers and graduate students living\, researching\, studying\, working\, or passing through Bangkok\, Thailand. The Club brings scholars from all disciplines together in order to share their research interests\, explore avenues for partnering on projects\, facilitate fieldwork\, circulate information on jobs\, grants and scholarship opportunities\, share conference and publication calls\, introduce promising faculty and graduate students\, exchange views on challenges to higher education\, and other relevant topics of interest. The IFC meets quarterly and has no formal agenda. Scholars may wish to request short presentations (5-7 minutes max) on their current research or projects. Each meeting of the Club is convened by the Centre and a member of the Club. During IFC meetings\, complimentary light beverages and snacks will be provided. \nRegister: https://goo.gl/forms/jpacmWRbFYaJiuod2 \nMore information: contact@asiacentre.org
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/international-faculty-club-southeast-asia-in-the-age-of-disinformation/
LOCATION:Asia Centre\, 128/183\, Phayathai Plaza Building\, 17th Floor\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi\, 10400\, Bangkok\, 10400\, Thailand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asia Centre":MAILTO:contact@asiacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190118T173000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20190118T200000
DTSTAMP:20180827T074104Z
CREATED:20180723T092652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180827T074104Z
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SUMMARY:4th Benedict Anderson Memorial Roundtable: Chinese Nationalism and its Impact on Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Asia Centre will hold its 4th Ben Anderson Memorial Roundtable on nationalism in China and its impact on Southeast Asia.  The roundtable will assess trends in democracy and human rights protection in Southeast Asia in light of China’s rise. \n  \nSince China and ASEAN entered into a formal dialogue relationship at the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur in July 1991\, the relationship between the two has become far deeper and more complex. China is an aspiring global player\, on par with the United States whose economic\, military and political prowess is increasingly felt by ASEAN members. The latter must navigate China’s strong economic clout\, its efforts to shape global opinion\, its great power ambitions in the South China Sea and a global competition with the United States\, as well as with Japan and a rising India. How can a seemingly disunited ASEAN resist an increasingly assertive China? To what extent is China’s foreign policy driven by nationalism in China and Chinese exceptionalism? In what ways is the influx of a large Chinese diaspora shaping the cultures and values of people in the region? What impact do all these developments have on democracy and human rights in the region\, as Beijing seeks to re-shape global human rights dialogue\, institutions and processes?  \n  \nAn examination of this important\, strategic relationship is timely and necessary as the multipolar Asia-Pacific century unfolds where China\, India\, Japan\, Russia and the United States are competing for influence. China-ASEAN relations have developed dynamically\, to encompass cultural\, economic\, political and security dimensions as well. China must also  respond to rapidly changing economic\, normative\, political and social contexts in the ASEAN space as well as the growing presence and influence of India.  \n  \nExpert commentators at Asia Centre 4th Annual Benedict Anderson Memorial Roundtable will dissect the complexities of nationalism in China’s regional engagement with Southeast Asia. The annual Memorial Roundtable continues to honour the significance of the late Professor Anderson’s contribution to studies of nationalism and South-East Asia. \n  \nRegistration: https://goo.gl/forms/akAmylHrsDYDRnOh1 \nInquiry: contact@asiacentre.org
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/4th-ben-anderson-memorial-roundtable-chinese-nationalism-and-its-impact-on-southeast-asia/
LOCATION:Asia Centre\, 128/183\, Phayathai Plaza Building\, 17th Floor\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi\, 10400\, Bangkok\, 10400\, Thailand
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181202T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181202T183000
DTSTAMP:20181116T083948Z
CREATED:20181115T070124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181116T083948Z
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SUMMARY:Social Innovation in Action: Southeast Asian Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \nIn an environment where development aid and grant based funding models are changing\, social initiatives are struggling to seek out resources to sustain their work. Presently\, competition for resources is fierce and donors increasingly only fund select activities-based projects without support for staff and infrastructure costs. Given this funding climate\, alternative options open to social initiatives include the social enterprise and social business models\, but these have their own challenges. Asia Centre is a not-for-profit organisation based in Bangkok\, Thailand that employs a mixed financial model – which includes philanthropy\, grants\, self-funding and revenue generation- to resource its activities to create human rights impact in the region. Founded in July 2015\, Asia Centre began its start-up operations through an initial endowment to secure its premises\, fittings and equipment\, and a two-year operational fund. Thereafter\, the Centre finances its programmes through a mix of revenue generating and fundraising activities. In 2018\, the Asia Centre announced the establishment of a second branch in Johor Bahru\, Malaysia. This presentation on the Asia Centre is a case study on social innovation. It provides some practical insights into the changing world of social initiatives and the challenges of funding sustainable activities aimed to create human rights impact. \nKeywords: Asia Centre\, Development Aid\, Grants\, Philanthropy\, Social Innovation \n  \nSpeaker \nDr. James Gomez is Chair\, Board of Directors of Asia Centre a not-for-profit organisation that seeks to create human rights impact in the region. He provides strategic oversight for the development and regionalization of the Centre. Dr. Gomez currently oversees its operations in both Thailand and Malaysia and is leading the partnerships for the Centre’s many activities in other parts of the region. He represents the Centre in media and public speaking engagements and builds relationships with key stakeholders around the world. Dr. Gomez brings to Asia Centre over 25 years of international and regional experience in leadership roles at universities\, think-tanks\, inter-governmental agencies and non-governmental organisations. He is the convener of Asia Centre’s upcoming international conference on Fake News and Elections in Asia\, 10-12 July\, Bangkok\, Thailand. For more information about the conference email: contact@asiacentre.org \n\nModerator \nMr. Deepak Kumar Baruah is Founder and Honorary Director of the Centre of Innovation in Governance and Public Administration (CIGPA)\, based in Guwahati\, Assam\, India. He earned Master of Arts (Public Administration) from IGNOU\, New Delhi\, and was a Vice-Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Scholar in 2011 at the University of Brighton\, United Kingdom. Recently\, Mr. Baruah has been shortlisted for the prestigious “DIGITAL INDIA E-GOVERNANCE FELLOWSHIP”\, under the Ministry of Electronic and Communication\, Government of India. He founded the CIGPA as a not-for-profit trust registered under Indian Trust Act since 3 August 2007. It is the only independent think tank\nand research centre of its kind\, in the North East of India; for finding innovative solutions on\nissues of governance\, public administration and policy\, through study & research. Mr. Baruah’s present research interest is on Digital Society\, Digital Inclusion\, Green Governance\, and Public\nServices Delivery using ICT\, and Digital Government. He has been teaching at Guwahati Study\nCentre of Indira Gandhi National Open University (New Delhi)\, since the year 2012 to 2015 and\nguided successfully more than 10 (Ten) MPA dissertations. In addition\, he conducted a number of researches\, trainings\, lectures\, and seminars across Asia and beyond.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/social-innovation-in-action-southeast-asian-perspective/
LOCATION:Guwahati Press Club\, Gopinath Bordoloi Rd\, Mawhati\, Ambari\, Guwahati\, Assam 781001\, India\, Kolkata\, Kolkata\, 781001\, India
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181201T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181201T150000
DTSTAMP:20200610T105517Z
CREATED:20181116T084000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T105517Z
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SUMMARY:Fake News and Elections in Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \nSince 2017\, individual governments in Southeast Asia have established task forces\, convened select committee hearings and have proposed or passed legislation to combat “fake news”. In May 2018 ASEAN ministers responsible for information agreed in a joint statement to collaborate and exchange best practices to combat fake news and mitigate its effects. This development occurred on the back of increased internet penetration across Southeast Asia and the sharing of content over social media through mobile devices. What are the key issues around the emerging legislation in Southeast Asia in relations to fake news. How does the issue of fake news and election intersect? What is the impact of fake news on democracy\, rule of law and freedom of expression in the region. \n  \nSpeaker \nDr. James Gomez is Chair\, Board of Directors of Asia Centre a not-for-profit organisation that seeks to create human rights impact in the region. He provides strategic oversight for the development and regionalization of the Centre. Dr. Gomez currently oversees its operations in both Thailand and Malaysia and is leading the partnerships for the Centre’s many activities in other parts of the region. He represents the Centre in media and public speaking engagements and builds relationships with key stakeholders around the world. Dr. Gomez brings to Asia Centre over 25 years of international and regional experience in leadership roles at universities\, think-tanks\, inter-governmental agencies and non-governmental organisations. He is the convener of Asia Centre’s upcoming international conference on Fake News and Elections in Asia\, 10-12 July\, Bangkok\, Thailand. For more information about the conference email: contact@asiacentre.org.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/fake-news-and-elections-in-southeast-asia-3/
LOCATION:Guwahati Press Club\, Gopinath Bordoloi Rd\, Mawhati\, Ambari\, Guwahati\, Assam 781001\, India\, Kolkata\, Kolkata\, 781001\, India
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asia Centre":MAILTO:contact@asiacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181108T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181108T133000
DTSTAMP:20200610T105609Z
CREATED:20181030T024412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T105609Z
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SUMMARY:The Universal Periodic Review of Southeast Asia: Civil Society Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, 8 November\, at 1.30 pm\, Dr. James Gomez will be speaking about the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) at the seminar on The UPR of Southeast Asia: Civil Society Perspectives\, hosted by Department of Political Science\, Soochow University in Taipei. See our event page for more information\, http://bit.ly/2Q2xg8J \nAbstract \nSoutheast Asian civil society has engaged with the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the United Nations Human Rights Council during the first (2008-2011) and second (2012-2016) cycle and continue to do so in the third cycle (2017-2022). In the last ten years\, civil society groups and individuals have used the UN mechanism (Universal Periodic Review) to hold states in the region accountable for human rights violations. However\, has this engagement been effective in advancing human rights protection in the region? This presentation provides a stakeholder analysis of human rights protection on the ground. Through evidence-based research the presentation identifies gaps in human rights reporting and advocacy during the UPR\, notably on civil and political issues such as the right to life\, freedom of expression\, freedom of religion and belief\, extrajudicial killings\, arbitrary detention\, territorial autonomy and separation. The presentation highlights the need for more civil society engagement on civil and political issues during the third cycle of the UPR in 2017-2020. Failing which\, the UPR process risks being reduced to a platform where civil society only engage on issues that States are willing to cooperate on. More pressure needs to be put on States to follow-up and implement recommendations. Alternatively\, other approaches need to be sought to advocate for civil and political rights. The presentation is based on Asia Centre’s regional appraisal of the UPR in Southeast Asia.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/the-universal-periodic-review-of-southeast-asia-civil-society-perspectives/
LOCATION:Department of Political Science\, Soochow University\, No. 70\, Linhsi Rd.\, Shihlin\, Taipei\, 11102\, Taiwan
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Political Science%2C Soochow University":MAILTO:politics@scu.edu.tw
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181106T113000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181106T130000
DTSTAMP:20200610T105638Z
CREATED:20181030T023039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T105638Z
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SUMMARY:Fake News and Elections in Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Asia Centre’s Dr. James Gomez will be speaking about Fake News & Elections in Southeast Asia” at College of Communication\, National Chengchi University in Taipei on Tuesday\, 6 November\, at 12.30 pm. Learn more at our event page: http://bit.ly/2JlJYgc. \nAbstract \nSince 2017\, individual governments in Southeast Asia have established task forces\, convened select committee hearings and have proposed or passed legislation to combat “fake news”. In May 2018 ASEAN ministers responsible for information agreed in a joint statement to collaborate and exchange best practices to combat fake news and mitigate its effects. This development occurred on the back of increased internet penetration across Southeast Asia and the sharing of content over social media through mobile devices. What are the key issues around the emerging legislation in Southeast Asia in relations to fake news. How does the issue of fake news and election intersect? What is the impact of fake news on democracy\, rule of law and freedom of expression in the region.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/fake-news-and-elections-in-southeast-asia/
LOCATION:College of Communication\, National Chengchi University\, No. 64\, Section 2\, Zhinan Road\, Wenshan District\, Taipei\, 116\, Taiwan
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181103T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181103T170000
DTSTAMP:20181030T062515Z
CREATED:20180815T065344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T062515Z
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SUMMARY:Advocating for Human Rights in Cambodia: Is the UN's Universal Periodic Review Effective?
DESCRIPTION:On the occasion to mark the Phnom Penh launch of Asia Centre’s The Universal Periodic Review in Southeast Asia:  Civil Society Perspectives\, an expert panel will discuss the challenges and opportunities for Cambodia to improve human rights through UN mechanisms. Cambodia’s next human rights assessment at the UN Human Rights Council is on 30/01/2019. This will make it the country’s third appearance at the Universal Periodic Review. Its second review was on 05/02/2014 and its first in late 2009. In spite of the numerous recommendations by members states\, the number of recommendations and their ability to improve the quality of human rights adopted by Cambodia remains weak. In this context\, what can Cambodia CSO effective seek to get out the Universal Periodic Review process and other human rights mechanisms?  \nAbout Destination Justice \nEstablished since 2011\, Destination Justice (DJ) is a social change organisation with entities in both France and Cambodia. We are changemakers who believe that justice is key to a peaceful society — particularly a society where people can resolve their issues by resorting to independent\, fair and transparent justice; a society where laws are made by the people\, for them\, and freely accessible to them; and furthermore\, a society where everybody is equal no matter who they are\, what they think\, or who they love. \nTo achieve this\, we work according to the idea that from little things big things can grow: one mind changed; one piece of information put out there; one practice improved. We set ideas in motion\, we provide tools\, and we take action when necessary. \nAbout Asia Centre \nAsia Centre is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to create social impact in the region. It was first established in Bangkok\, Thailand in 2015 and in 2018 a second Centre was established in Johor Bahru\, Malaysia. Asia Centre serves as a think-tank\, meeting space\, project partner and social enterprise.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/advocating-for-human-rights-in-cambodia-is-the-uns-universal-periodic-review-effective/
LOCATION:National University of Management\, St.96 Christopher Howes\, Khan Daun Penh\, Phnom Penh\, BS16 AP18\, Cambodia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asia Centre":MAILTO:contact@asiacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181031T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181031T140000
DTSTAMP:20220311T014432Z
CREATED:20181030T045310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T014432Z
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SUMMARY:Rohingya Crisis: Is Human Rights Advocacy Working?
DESCRIPTION:Dr. James Gomez will be speaking at the research seminar co-hosted by Asia Centre with Victoria University of Wellington‘s Political Science and International Relations Programme on “Rohingya Crisis: Is Human Rights Advocacy Working?” at 1-2 pm on 31 October at VUW Kelburn Campus. For inquiries\, contact@asiacentre.org \nAbstract\nIn spite of the United Nations (UN) Fact Finding Commission’s indictment on 28 August 2018\, recommending Myanmar’s military officials “be investigated and prosecuted” for “genocidal intent” and crimes against humanity against the Rohingya and other minority groups in Myanmar\, the pursuit of justice for the victims and accountability for crimes perpetrated continues to be hard to achieve. At the regional level\, ASEAN continues to provide Myanmar protective cover through the bloc’s non-interference policy while China\, India and Japan prioritise wooing Myanmar for their strategic interests. “Constructive engagement” and behind the scene conversations with Myanmar has to date proven ineffective in either preventing human rights violations and providing security and justice for Rohingyas and other minorities in the country. In this context\, what has been the role and effectiveness of human rights groups in advocating for Rohingya justice via the international community\, the UN and other international mechanisms? What impact are civil society groups having in advocating for human rights issues in general in Asia? Is there a need for a new approach?
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/rohingya-crisis-is-human-rights-advocacy-working/
LOCATION:Victoria University of Wellington\, Kelburn\, Wellington\, 6012\, New Zealand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria University of Wellington":MAILTO:info@victoria.ac.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181024T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181024T200000
DTSTAMP:20180831T035129Z
CREATED:20180725T073336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180831T035129Z
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SUMMARY:Rice Before Rights: Challenges of Advancing Human Rights in Asia
DESCRIPTION:Asia Centre’s International Faculty Club (IFC) will convene on United Nations (UN) Day 2018. While celebrating the UN and its many achievements in the area of human rights\, the IFC will also hold an informal intellectual exchange on the challenges of defending and advancing human rights in the current geopolitical environment in Asia.  In today’s global order\, China is pursuing its own agenda on human rights – ‘rice before rights’ – that challenges the universality and indivisibility of international human rights\, Southeast Asian states appear to be rolling back liberal democratic progress to date and the United States and Europe are bogged down in their respective internal populist politics. The UN’s ability to advance human rights\, a key pillar of its work (along with peace and security and development)\, is seriously affected by its recently adopted reform agenda that seems not to place human rights in a central role and is virtually crippled by great power gridlock. Can traditional ‘middle powers’\, such as Australia\, Canada and the Nordic countries\, find innovative pathways to keep rights alive? Are emerging powers capable and willing to pick up the human rights mantle? Can civil society adapt and find innovative ways of engaging with human rights work as donor funds decline?  What role can higher education institutions and think tanks play in promoting and protecting rights as freedom of expression declines across the world? What is the role of business organizations? The IFC’s informal intellectual exchange will feature expert commentators from academia\, civil society\, international organizations\, the and the public sector to dissect these critical issues on UN Day.  \n  \nVenue: Asia Centre\, Phayathai Plaza \nTime:  6 to 8 pm \nAdmission: Entry by donation (suggested amount 150 baht) \nRegistration: https://goo.gl/cLThPW \n  \nAbout the IFC \nThe IFC\, launched in 2017\, brings together academics\, researchers and graduate students living\, researching\, studying\, working\, or passing through Bangkok\, Thailand. The Club brings scholars from all disciplines together in order to share their research interests\, explore avenues for partnering on projects\, facilitate fieldwork\, circulate information on jobs\, grants and scholarship opportunities\, share conference and publication calls\, introduce promising faculty and graduate students\, exchange views on challenges to higher education\, and other relevant topics of interest. The IFC meets quarterly and has no formal agenda. Scholars may wish to request short presentations (10-15 minutes max) on their current research or projects. Each meeting of the Club is convened by the Centre and a member of the Club. During IFC meetings\, complimentary light beverages and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/rice-before-rights-challenges-of-advancing-human-rights-in-asia/
LOCATION:Asia Centre\, 128/183\, Phayathai Plaza Building\, 17th Floor\, Phayathai Road\, Thung-Phayathai\, Rachatewi\, 10400\, Bangkok\, 10400\, Thailand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asia Centre":MAILTO:contact@asiacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20181018T140000
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SUMMARY:Fake News and Social Media: Freedom of Expression in Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Dr. James Gomez will be presenting “Fake News and Social Media: Freedom of Expression in Southeast Asia” at Macquarie University\, 2 pm\, Thursday\, 18 October. To RSVP\, http://bit.ly/2IM5N8p. \nAbstract \nSince 2017\, individual governments in Southeast Asia have established task forces\, convened select committee hearings and have proposed or passed legislation to combat “fake news”. In May 2018 ASEAN ministers responsible for information agreed in a joint statement to collaborate and exchange best practices to combat fake news and mitigate its effects. This development occurred on the back of increased internet penetration across Southeast Asia and the sharing of content over social media through mobile devices. The control over online expression is something Southeast Asian governments have been pursuing over the last two decades even as the technology and platforms evolve. The efforts to combat fake news is the latest battle against freedom of expression in the region. This seminar considers the following questions: What are the key issues around the emerging legislation in Southeast Asia in relation to fake news? How does the issue of fake news intersect with elections? What is the impact of fake news on democracy\, rule of law and freedom of expression in the region?
URL:https://wp.asiacentre.org/event/fake-news-and-social-media-freedom-of-expression-in-southeast-asia/
LOCATION:Australian Hearing Hub\, 16 University Avenue MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2109\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Macquarie University":MAILTO:hearinghub.concierge@mq.edu.au
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