We are improving the quality of investigative reporting on public interest issues and policy reform in #Bangladesh. Learn how our PERI program works to bolster the investigative skills of 30 district journalists across the country: asiafoundation.org/2024/05/27/fos…

Critical insights were shared at EquiLead's #LeadWithEquity conference panel, "The Power Question." Our #India country rep, Nandita Baruah, explored pressing issues around power dynamics, leadership, and gender. Check out the panel info below 👇

We’re on a mission to make the care workforce invisible no more. From research to policy change in #Thailand & #Malaysia, we're building #equity & professionalizing #care work. See our impact in the #CareEconomy: asiafoundation.org/2024/07/11/wom…

Strengthening #Maldives' civil society: Our new partnership w/ the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts to empower CSOs nationwide: asiafoundation.org/2024/07/16/new…

Applications for the 2025 Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program are extended through August 12th! Are you a climate leader? Don't wait - apply today! asiafoundation.org/what-we-do/asi…

We are working to enhance governance and labor migration reforms in #Bangladesh. Read more about how we're training officials across 64 districts to improve their skills in handling migration-related grievances and investigations: asiafoundation.org/2024/04/25/bui…

In #Bangladesh, we worked with the Rural Economic and Social Welfare Organization (RESWO) to host a farmers congress in #Chuadanga, marking a milestone in our South Asia Governance Program. Our initiatives are already yielding results. Read here: asiafoundation.org/2024/07/15/far…

From #dictatorship to #democracy: Our pivotal role in #SouthKorea's 1980s transformation. We trained election officials, supported research, & championed women's participation. Today, South Korea ranks 22nd globally in democracy. Read about the journey: asiafoundation.org/2024/07/03/bui…

With Google.org support, we worked with World Resources Institute to train 34 #women and youth from #Aceh to #Sulawesi in cutting-edge forest #tech. Now they’re ready to safeguard forests and share their skills to create a ripple effect. See the impact: asiafoundation.org/2024/07/09/tec…

#Indonesia is facing its hottest year on record. Experts urgently call for a Climate Justice Law to protect vulnerable communities, youth, and disabled individuals. Learn why it’s crucial and how it could make a difference: asiafoundation.org/2024/06/20/exp…

We launched Accelerate My Business (AMB) in #Vietnam! With support from Visa, this innovative program aims to empower 25,000 #women-led small businesses by 2026. See how: asiafoundation.org/2024/07/16/acc…

We wrapped up an enriching 2 week community co-creation journey across 15 districts in #Nepal. Our USAID Civil Society and Media team engaged with ~500 stakeholders, pushing demand-driven practices for local solutions to local issues. Stay tuned & check out highlights below 👇

#YSEALIYogya2024 Day 2 Highlights: Exploring Candi Borobudur, delving into #conservation, cultural preservation, and learning more about local traditions with hands-on souvenir-making at Omah Mbudur. 🌏 #YSEALIRegionalWorkshop @yseali_official @usmission2asean usembassyjkt

The final day of the #YSEALIRegionalWorkshop was full of insights & experiences. We wrapped up w/ a cultural night, showcasing traditions from 11 countries w/ Angklung music, Indonesian dance, & highlight reel of our 4-day journey.@yseali_official @usmission2asean usembassyjkt

Delighted to commit another phase to Australia’s partnership with The Asia Foundation to support good governance and civil society in the Philippines. Strong institutions + vibrant civil society = inclusive and sustainable development.

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 asiafoundation.org/upskilling-cam…

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. asiafoundation.org/igniting-early…

With #SouthAsia facing $160 billion annual losses from #ClimateChange by 2030 and 40 million climate migrants by 2050, the stakes couldn't be higher. Our Regional Dialogue on #ClimateGovernance in🇳🇵, discussed the path towards effective #ClimateAction. UK in Nepal 🇬🇧🇳🇵 Australian Embassy Nepal

📍 Join us at the #PeaceCon2024 virtual session! XCEPT researchers will present community-led approaches to social cohesion and peacebuilding in conflict areas of Africa and Asia. Register here: allianceforpeacebuilding.org/peacecon-2024-… @CPJ_BracU Rift Valley Institute @CRbuildpea

60 ASEAN young leaders met in #Yogyakarta for the #YSEALIWorkshop on Sustainable & Inclusive Cultural Tourism. Find out how we equipped them to shape #SoutheastAsia's tourism future, ensuring cultural preservation. usembassyjkt YSEALI US Mission to ASEAN asiafoundation.org/yseali-worksho…