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GENEVA, Switzerland (18 June 2025) – We, the undersigned civil society organizations, are deeply concerned over the ongoing abuse of judicial processes against Thai women human rights defender Pimsiri Petchnamrob. From 4 to 6 June 2025, court hearings against Pimsiri were held before the Ratchadapisek Criminal Court where she faces criminal charges related to her […]

BANGKOK, Thailand (22 May 2025) – The Asia Democracy Network (ADN) and the Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA) strongly condemn the Hong Kong Government’s latest amendments to its national security law, gravely escalating its assault on human rights, civil liberties,  rule of law, and autonomy. ADN and FORUM-ASIA call on the Hong […]

The year 2024 has been an eventful year for pro-democracy advocates in Asia. Democracy advocates observed the relentless cooptation of democratic processes and institutions, which has significantly contributed to the advancement of autocracy. Significant elections have taken place in various countries across Asia, and due to political uncertainty, pro-democracy advocates have expressed concerns on the […]

Indonesia is at a democratic crossroads. On March 20, 2025, the Prabowo Subianto administration passed a revision of the military law that significantly expands the military’s role in civilian affairs, marking a potential return to the authoritarian practices of the Suharto era. Civil society groups, legal scholars, and international observers warn that this shift undermines […]

We are showcasing a recent project implemented by the Innovation for Change – East Asia Hub! Witness the courage and contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals in Asia and the Pacific striving to create equitable spaces for other causes In many parts of Southeast Asia and the Pacific, civic spaces for individuals with diverse sexual orientation, gender […]

🚀 Call for Ideas: Help Shape ICSW 2025 in Bangkok! The main focus of ICSW 2025 will be democracy, innovation, and human rights — and we want your voice to be part of it. Whether you’d like to host a session, co-develop an activity, share your expertise, or support the event in another way, we’re inviting ideas from individuals and organizations around the world. […]