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SUMMARY:2026 Lotus Leadership Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:6:30 PM Reception | 7:30 PM Dinner \nMandarin Oriental\, 80 Columbus Circle\, NYC \nThe Asia Foundation’s Lotus Leadership Awards recognize outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions towards gender equality and empowering women in Asia and the Pacific. The awards are hosted annually by the Lotus Circle\, a vibrant and diverse community of philanthropists supporting The Asia Foundation in our work to strengthen economic\, social\, and political rights and opportunities for women and girls across Asia and the Pacific. \nWorking with our 17 country offices and local partners\, The Asia Foundation’s Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality program draws on our collective networks and expertise to invest Lotus Circle Funds strategically to transform the lives of women\, girls\, and their communities across Asia and the Pacific.
URL:https://asiafoundation.org/event/2026-lotus-leadership-awards-gala/
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SUMMARY:2025 Leaders on the Frontlines
DESCRIPTION:The Asia Foundation has long invested in the human capital essential for Asia’s progress—identifying\, equipping\, and supporting leaders who drive meaningful change. From emerging next-generation policy and development leaders to visionaries working towards peace and stability\, we believe leadership is the catalyst for lasting progress. \nLeaders on the Frontline directly supports these transformative fellowship programs. It is our most important fundraising event of the year—and a celebration of the people shaping Asia’s future. \nWe invite you to join us—not only in attending the reception\, but in sponsoring the next generation of changemakers. Your support helps unlock the potential of those working on the frontlines of today’s most urgent challenges. \nLet’s invest in the future\, together.
URL:https://asiafoundation.org/event/2025-leaders-on-the-frontlines-event/
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SUMMARY:Young Lotus Circle Soiree
DESCRIPTION:The Young Lotus Circle is a dynamic group of young professionals dedicated to advancing The Asia Foundation’s programs in women’s empowerment and gender equality. After a 4-year hiatus\, we’re thrilled to invite you back to the Young Lotus Circle Soiree—an inspiring night of art\, conversation\, and collective action in support of women and girls across developing Asia and the Pacific. This year’s Soiree will take place at Sundaram Tagore Gallery\, which will feature an exclusive exhibition by renowned artist Miya Ando. Senior Director of Women’s Empowerment Jane Sloane will share insights on how we can advance the voice of women and girls and increase opportunities for economic empowerment. \nWe hope you will join us for a memorable evening of cocktails\, hors d’oeuvres\, and meaningful conversation\, as we come together to support The Asia Foundation’s efforts to promote women’s empowerment. This year’s soiree is co-hosted by Lotus Circle Advisors Lin Jamison\, Libby Scheideler\, and Stephanie Sun. \nPlease RSVP below. Registration is free with a suggested donation (see below). Cocktail or smart casual attire suggested. \n \nSuggested Donations\n$100: Can provide essential on-site childcare at the Women’s Business Center in Mongolia\, enabling women entrepreneurs to build their skills and networks. \n$250: Can transform the life of a woman in Sri Lanka by helping her expand her home enterprise\, enabling her to stabilize her family’s finances and ensure her children remain in school\, even as she navigates mental health challenges in her family. \n$500: Can support a young woman in Laos’s tuition to attend university to pursue a career in STEM and participate in mentorship\, networking\, and professional development opportunities\, changing the trajectory of her entire life. \n$1\,000: Can provide critical aid to a woman in Indonesia experiencing domestic violence. Your generous donation will offer her emergency shelter and vital legal assistance. With this donation\, you can become a member of the Lotus Circle and receive event invitations to briefings\, events\, and discussions year-round. \n  \nRSVP here
URL:https://asiafoundation.org/event/young-lotus-circle-soiree/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T110000
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SUMMARY:Local Solutions to Judicial Reform and Access to Justice
DESCRIPTION:While many countries in Asia and the Pacific bear the hallmark features of societies committed to the rule of law\, the reality is often very different due to a variety of constraints\, such as inefficient judicial administration\, limited professional capacity\, lack of political will\, and a combination of social and cultural norms that compromise the access and justice experience of vulnerable populations. These challenges impede equitable\, inclusive\, and sustainable development. \nFor decades\, The Asia Foundation has been deeply engaged in law and justice system development\, with a particular focus on judicial administration\, access to justice\, community policing\, law reform\, legal education and professional development\, and the enhancement of traditional alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. In partnership with the courts\, ministries of justice\, the police\, law schools\, community legal service providers\, and other civil society organizations\, The Asia Foundation has pursued a conscious balance between formal and informal justice system support\, recognizing that both components are essential to inclusive access to justice and advancement of the rule of law. \nPlease join us for a panel discussion highlighting of our program experience and learning in multiple countries and subregions\, including community mediation in Nepal\, judicial reform in Indonesia\, and Supreme Court reform in the Philippines. \nRegister \nFeaturing\nErasmus Napitupulu\nExecutive Director of the Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (ICJR)\, Indonesia \nHon. Justice Maria Filomena D. Singh\nAssociate Justice\, The Supreme Court of the Philippines \nHon. Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla\nJustice of the Supreme Court of Nepal \nAttorney Carolyn Mercado\nSenior Advisor on Law and Human Rights\, The Asia Foundation\, Philippines \nHana Satriyo\nCountry Representative in Indonesia\, The Asia Foundation \nMeghan Nalbo\nCountry Representative in Nepal\, The Asia Foundation \nNicola Nixon\nSenior Director of Governance\, The Asia Foundation \nModerator \nKim McQuay\nChief Strategy and Legal Advisor\, The Asia Foundation
URL:https://asiafoundation.org/event/local-solutions-to-judicial-reform-and-access-to-justice/
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SUMMARY:The Future of Southeast Asia: Digital Growth\, Supply Chains\, Climate\, and Geopolitics
DESCRIPTION:The Asia Foundation and the Bay Area Council invite you to a conference at The Historic Klamath in San Francisco on the future of Southeast Asia\, a region of close to 700 million people that is home to important innovation clusters and dynamic markets and occupies a strategic position in this increasingly important region. Speakers will feature key leaders from the San Francisco Bay Area and Southeast Asia\, and the authors of a new report on the economic outlook for Southeast Asia produced by Singapore’s Angsana Council. Topics on the table will include the realignment of global supply chains\, digital transformation\, climate adaptation\, and the implications for the region of geopolitical competition. \nRegistration and agenda \nWelcome\nJim Wunderman\, President and CEO\, Bay Area Council\nLaurel Miller\, President and CEO\, The Asia Foundation \nEconomic Outlook: Navigating High Winds: Southeast Asia Outlook 2024-34\nModerator: Frank Lavin\, Trustee and Chair of the President’s Leadership Council\, The Asia Foundation\nCharles Ormiston\, Chairperson\, Angsana Council\, and Advisory Partner\, Southeast Asia\, Bain and Company\nTaimur Baig\, Chief Economic and Managing Director\, DBS Bank \nNeutral Ground: Geopolitics and Global Supply Chains in Southeast Asia\nModerator: Prashanth Parameswaran\, Wilson Center Global Fellow\, CEO and Founder of ASEAN Wonk Global\, and Senior Columnist at The Diplomat\nSiobhan Das\, Executive Director\, American Chamber of Commerce Malaysia\nThomas Parks\, Vice President\, The Asia Foundation\, and author of Southeast Asia’s Multipolar Future: Averting a New Cold War \nClimate\, Energy\, and the Challenges of Powering Rapid Growth\nModerator: Siobhan Das\nGita Wirjawan\, Former Trade Minister of Indonesia\, Chair of the Ancora Group\, and Visiting Fellow at Stanford University\nMichael DiGregorio\, Country Representative\, Vietnam\, The Asia Foundation \nDigital Transformation in Southeast Asia\nModerator: Danny Liew\, Regional Vice President – Americas\, Singapore Economic Development Board\nPeng Ong\, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Monk’s Hill Ventures\nPayal Pathak\, Program Officer\, Visa Foundation\nRodrigo Balbontin\, Associate Director\, Digital Technology\, Policy\, and Innovation\, The Asia Foundation \nFuture-proofing Southeast Asia: Understanding the Risks\nModerator: Laurel Miller\nPrashanth Parameswaran\nH.E. Dr. Suriya Chindawongse\, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the United States \nClosing\nSean Randolph\, Senior Director\, Bay Area Council\nThomas Parks\, The Asia Foundation \nThe conference will be followed by a reception on the roof deck of the Historic Klamath from 5:30-7:00 pm.
URL:https://asiafoundation.org/event/the-future-of-southeast-asia-digital-growth-supply-chains-climate-and-geopolitics/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240521
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SUMMARY:Explore Digital: Championing Sustainability through Digital Innovation
DESCRIPTION:10 AM – 11:15 AM UTC+7 \nEmbracing sustainability practices is crucial for small businesses\, but maintaining profitability amidst these efforts can be challenging. On May 21\, 2024\, Go Digital ASEAN’s Explore Digital speaker series hosts a free virtual event: “Championing Sustainability through Digital Innovation.” \nThe event will offer an opportunity to discuss how impact-driven social enterprises leverage digital technologies to foster sustainable practices and maintain monetary gains. Join us to gain valuable insights on going digital and going green from two entrepreneurs from ASEAN with experience in both. \nFeaturing \nJason Occidental\, Founder\, Ecogift Davao\nJuliana Adam\, CEO\, Biji-biji Initiative
URL:https://asiafoundation.org/event/explore-digital-championing-sustainability-through-digital-innovation/
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