Publication Launch – On the Right Tack: Reflections on Coalition-Building Initiatives Across The Asia Foundation

Event: Tuesday, May 16, 2023, Bangkok

The Asia Foundation recently released a publication—On the Right Tack—which highlights six stories on using coalitions to achieve reform in different contexts. The publication captures stories from the Philippines, Bangladesh, Timor-Leste, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Thailand, highlighting how diverse groups and stakeholders came together to work and address critical social issues in the region.

The launch brought together coalition leaders from Nepal, Bangladesh, Timor-Leste, and the Philippines who shared their experiences and learnings about working in coalitions.

Featured
Rehana Akter Ruma, Head of Projects and Program, Bangladesh Tanners Association
Melisha Ghimire, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Shequal Foundation, Nepal
Robert Y. Siy, Transport and Planning Expert
Samitha Aluwihare, CEO, East Timor Trading Group

Moderator
Lisa Denney, La Trobe University

Related locations: Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste

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