Ensuring Food Security in Brunei Darussalam with Siti Jaafar & Nurul Hazirah
Two young and passionate girls refused to be frightened by COVID-19 and gathered the courage to speak up for the voiceless and drive relief for the underprivileged individuals. Throughout the 2nd ASEAN Youth Social Journalism Contest 2021, they have launched a campaign on ‘Ensuring Food Security in Brunei Darussalam during the pandemic’. What did you do […]
ASEAN CARES Brings Hope to Vulnerable Communities Amid the Pandemic
Launched in October 2020 as a COVID-19 relief initiative, ASEAN CARES has provided aid to more than 14,300 individuals who were severely affected by the pandemic in ASEAN countries through the distribution of essential items, such as food supply and healthcare packages. [ASEAN], 17 August 2021 – 3M, United Way Worldwide and ASEAN Foundation are pleased […]
20 Youth-Led Social Enterprises Selected to Join ASEAN SEDP
Led by youth aged 18-35 years old, the selected social enterprises are seen through their potential in long-term contribution to address pressing challenges within ASEAN and help the region achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Indonesia, 25 August 2021 – ASEAN Foundation in collaboration with GIZ on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and […]
KONNECT ASEAN Launches “August Gathering” in Celebration of ASEAN Gallery’s 20th Anniversary
In celebration of the 54th ASEAN Day, we are excited to present to you our brand new ASEAN Gallery coffee table book titled the “August Gathering”! Initiated by KONNECT ASEAN and supported by the Republic of Korea and ASEAN, this book was created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of ASEAN Gallery, a sanctuary of arts and culture at […]
ASEAN SEDP: Empowering Social Enterprises to Accelerate Sustainable Development & COVID-19 Recovery
Indonesia, 16 April 2021 – ASEAN Foundation, with support from GIZ on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and SAP, held the grand launch of the ASEAN Social Enterprise Development Programme (ASEAN SEDP) today. The launch event was organised virtually and opened by Deputy Secretary General of ASEAN Economic Community […]
ASEAN SEDP: Empowering Social Enterprises to Accelerate Sustainable Development & COVID-19 Recovery
Indonesia, 16 April 2021 – ASEAN Foundation, with support from GIZ on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and SAP, held the grand launch of the ASEAN Social Enterprise Development Programme (ASEAN SEDP) today. The launch event was organised virtually and opened by Deputy Secretary General of ASEAN Economic Community […]
Finding Purpose Through Journalism
The ASEAN Youth Social Journalism programme aims to engage youth as “social journalists,” who will provide compelling media products to express their critical thinking and allow them to raise their voices on issues affecting their local communities. Visal Chourn, an aspiring youth from Cambodia who joined the programme in 2019, said that the programme allowed him […]
Virtual Doesn’t Matter: How MAM UP 2020 Engages Youths During COVID-19
The Model ASEAN Meeting Universitas Pertamina (MAM UP) is an annual competition held by the Department of International Relations, Pertamina University since 2016 and has become a prestigious event attended by both national and international students from various universities in Southeast Asia (ASEAN) countries. MAM UP has also collaborated with the ASEAN Foundation since the […]
Entering the Realm of Social Journalism
Media literacy and critical thinking become essential tools today to combatting the rise of misinformation and fake news. Through the ASEAN Youth Social Journalism (AYSJ) contest, youths have the opportunity to learn journalism. Besides practising how to detect fake news, they also learn how to effectively deliver a message through social media, and drive positive […]
Virtual Museums Tours across Asia
Stay sane while staying safe! Grab a cup of your favourite hot drink and come join us as we go museum skipping across Southeast Asia (+ South Korea) with our compilation of virtual museum tours. All from the comfort of your home. 1. National Gallery Singapore: Singapore The National Gallery of Singapore boasts the world’s […]