The Asia Foundation

60 #ASEAN young leaders met in #Yogyakarta for the #YSEALIWorkshop on Sustainable and Inclusive Cultural Tourism. Find out how we equipped them to shape #SoutheastAsia's tourism future, ensuring cultural preservation and supporting local communities. https://lnkd.in/grCtqReM

Join us at the #PeaceCon2024 virtual session! Our fellow XCEPT researchers from Center for Peace and Justice BRAC University, Rift Valley Institute and Conciliation Resources will present community-led peacebuilding tools, approaches, and lessons for (re)building social cohesion in conflict-affected border areas. Register here: https://t.co/cD0Ps6cF4A

With #SouthAsia facing $160 billion annual losses from #ClimateChange by 2030 and 40 million climate migrants by 2050, the need for everyone to come together and find a way forward is critical. We just wrapped up a Regional Dialogue on Climate Governance in #Nepal - with government officials, academics, practitioners and international development partners Here are our key takeaways to tackle the climate crisis: 🤝 Boost vertical & horizontal collaboration by breaking silos 🌏 Learn from regional wins 🗣️ Prioritize climate action in the political agenda From civil society's role to integrating science with policy, we're building a roadmap for real impact. Learn more about our work in #climateaction across the #AsiaPacific in the #linkinbio.

24,034 children's books read in one month! We are igniting literacy in #Cambodia. Discover how Let’s Read transforms kindergarten classrooms by uniting teachers and parents to spark a love of reading in young students. https://lnkd.in/gw2zrC_V

A strong digital economy starts with a strong digital education. Our USAID Digital Workforce Development united 130 professionals and educators in #Cambodia to help build a robust workforce for the digital future. #Digitalupskiling #FutureofWork #HigherEducation https://lnkd.in/g5HNPUVj

Please join our free online session event on the topic of Digital Trade & Transformation on Sep 13, 2024 from 8:30AM – 9:30AM. This event is in partnership between the Asia Foundation and AustCham Lao. The online session will explore the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) and Lao PDR's awareness of and preparedness for this agreement. The speakers will discuss lessons from existing digital trade and digital economy agreements in the region, and how these lessons will shape the impact that the DEFA has in the Lao PDR. During the second-half of the session there will be a question and answer session with an open discussion to explore AustCham's members' views and on the topic. For more details and registration, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/g5bhNt5D

Shape tomorrow's world today. Applications for our LeadNext fellowship are open until October 27th. LeadNext isn't just a fellowship—it's your launchpad to becoming a visionary leader in our interconnected world. LeadNext propels visionaries aged 18-25 to: 🌏 Tackle global challenges with cultural finesse 📝 Transform passion into world-changing action 🗣️Join an elite network spanning Asia, the Pacific, and U.S Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gCGAaCGF

August was National Make-A-Will Month, but it is never too late to bring your vision for a brighter tomorrow to life. Through our partnership with FreeWill, your will can be a powerful tool for change. Make our mission to improve lives and expand opportunities across Asia and the Pacific part of your legacy. Join us today: https://bit.ly/3Z2RIMT

RECAP: #YSEALIRegionalWorkshop on Sustainable and Inclusive Cultural Tourism brought together young leaders from across Southeast Asia to shape the future of #sustainable and #inclusive tourism. Immersed in #Yogyakarta's rich heritage, participants engaged in lively discussions and equipped themselves with purposeful tactics to drive positive change 🤝💬 Check out highlights from the action below 👇 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI), #YSEALI #YSEALIYogya2024 #SustainableTourism #InclusiveTourism

Curious about breaking into the gaming industry? Feeling out of place in #STEM despite your qualifications? You're not alone. Join our #STEMConnectHER speaker series on August 28th for an engaging session with Ilina Trendafilova, Legal Counsel at ZeniMax Media (a Microsoft Subsidiary). She'll share valuable insights on: 👩🏽💻Diverse career opportunities for women in gaming 👤 Overcoming imposter syndrome in STEM fields 💡 Embracing your unique perspective in tech Register online for free ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gNDrBiqG The Future of Work