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In the twelfth episode of the Thank You Democracy Podcast, the Global Democracy Coalition sat down with Ambassador H.E. Kyaw Moe Tun, Myanmar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations under the democratically elected government, to discuss what it has been like to serve as an ambassador during such a turbulent period in Myanmar’s history, his commitment to democracy and human rights at the UN, his decision to speak out against the military coup at the UN General Assembly in February 2021, the challenges he has faced in ensuring the voices of Myanmar’s people are heard on the global stage, and more.  Ambassador H.E. Kyaw Moe Tun has previously served as Myanmar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva, as well as the Conference on Disarmament, from July 2018 to October 2020.  He concurrently served as Ambassador to Switzerland, as well as Permanent Representative to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) . To learn more about the Ambassador’s journey, and to hear his motivating perspective, listen to this episode: https://lnkd.in/g9wAjaRv 

🌍 Today, we celebrate #HumanRightsDay, marking the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Let’s stand united for equality, dignity, and justice for all. Together, we can make human rights a reality for everyone, everywhere.

On 6 December 2024, Asia Centre's Regional Director Dr. James Gomez and Sanjay Gathia Asia Centre's Programme Manager delivered the Digital Security Training in Kathmandu, Nepal in partnership with Global Voices (GV). Attended by 30 local CSO's and media professionals, the session equipped participants with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise cyber threats and safeguard their online presence.

Can Artificial Intelligence strengthen democracy in Asia? At our upcoming 10th Conference on "AI and Governance in Asia: Civil Society, Democracy and Media", we’ll explore how AI can both challenge and support democratic processes. Register your interest to participate here:https://lnkd.in/d49VC99E Interested in Partnering with us for the conference? Contact us at contact@asiacentre.org to schedule a call. #Asia #AI #Civilsociety #Democracy #Media #Internationalconference

Join Asia Centre's report launch event for its latest publication "Digital Security for High-Risk Users in the Asia-Pacific". The report examines the key challenges that users such as parliamentarians, policymakers, rights defenders, and journalists – among others – face in the online sphere that impact their digital security. Date: 10 December 2024 Time: 4 PM – 5 PM (Bangkok Time, GMT+7) Venue: Google Meet Language: English Register here: https://lnkd.in/grEe57wT For more information, visit the event page: https://lnkd.in/g6WNsNKR For registered participants: please check your inboxes (including SPAM) for the meeting link of the event sent by Asia Centre.

Democracy is a system that thrives when people come together, work as a team, and support one another to create meaningful change. 🤝 In collaboration with the Global Democracy Coalition, we’re celebrating the power of unity through the #ThankYouDemocracy campaign. What does democracy mean to you?

On 8 December 2024, Asia Centre's Regional Director Dr. James Gomez and Programme Manager Sanjay Gathia delivered the Digital Security Training in Kathmandu, Nepal in partnership with SDG Studio. Attended by 25 digital artists and activists, local CSO's and media professionals, the session equipped participants with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise cyber threats and safeguard their online presence.

How is AI reshaping advocacy in civic spaces across Asia? As AI technology evolves, it reshapes not just our digital interactions but the core of civic spaces across Asia. How is AI influencing freedom of expression, public engagement, and activism? Join us at Asia centre's 10th International Conference on "AI and Governance in Asia: Civil Society, Democracy and Media" to explore the transformative effects of AI on civic spaces. Register your interest to participate here:https://lnkd.in/d49VC99E Interested in Partnering with us for the conference? Contact us at contact@asiacentre.org to schedule a call. #Asia #AI #Civilsociety #Democracy #Media #Internationalconference

Catch the event takeaways from Asia Centre's recent regional dialogue on "Youth Voices, Strong Choices: Political Participation in The Asia-Pacific" held on 26 November 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. This regional dialogue was organised by the Asia Centre in collaboration with the Global Democracy Coalition (GDC) and Club de Madrid as part of the #ThankYouDemocracy campaign.

From 5 to 7 December, Asia Centre's Research Manager Dr Marc Pinol Rovira, and Researcher, Ekmongkhon Puridej, participated in the ICT Camp Cambodia 2024 in Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, organised by Open Development Cambodia Organization. This engagement is a series of activities that lead up to the launch of Asia Centre AI Hub for Civil Society Organisations and the 10th International Conference on AI and Governance in Asia: Civil Society, Democracy and Media happening on 20 - 22 August 2025. Find out more about the 10th conference here: https://lnkd.in/gA8KaxET Email us at ai@asiacentre.org to become a project partner for AI Hub for Civil Society Organisations