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Women build Myanmar's future
Oped, Published on 01/07/2025
» Amid Myanmar's unrelenting crisis, it is women who are quietly reshaping the nation's future. As the country reels from military violence, institutional collapse, and humanitarian catastrophe, women have stepped forward -- not just as survivors, but as leaders. Their courage is grounded in daily acts of resistance, care, and community-building that keep society intact.
Human rights still take a back seat in Asean, say activists
Asia focus, Published on 11/08/2014
» The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), which marked its 47th anniversary on Aug 8, has many achievements to celebrate, given the political, economic and social turmoil the region has overcome during the past five decades. But as members move enthusiastically toward economic integration, human rights concerns remain in the shadows, say activists.
Stronger mandate sought for AICHR
Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 08/08/2014
» Regional civil society organisations are seeking more independency for the Asean Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) and a clearer protection mandate as Asean begins reviewing the agency's terms of reference (ToR) after five years.
Rights agency strives for relevance
News, Published on 18/04/2013
» This month marks three years since the establishment of the Asean Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children (ACWC).
'Interference' key to solving Asean human trafficking
News, Published on 16/03/2013
» Human trafficking is a day-to-day reality in many parts of the world, with women and children the primary victims.
AICHR review offers hope for human rights progress
News, Published on 22/02/2013
» One of the important decisions made by the Asean Inter-governmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) in their first meeting in Brunei Darussalam last month was their agreement to review the body's Terms of Reference (ToR).