This episode highlights the journey of Erlinda Uy Koe, ASEAN Prize 2018 Recipient, as she advocates on behalf of families and communities living with autism in the Philippines. Erlinda’s aspiration and perseverance to speak for children with autism and to generate public awareness have inspired solidarity at the regional level in promoting the spirit of inclusivity and equality. Listen to her story.
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Dr. Jemilah Mahmood is no stranger in the humanitarian field. She has become a driving force behind many humanitarian assistance’ mechanism and initiatives. Her efforts in establishing robust emergency responses and outreach to marginalised communities, shows her passion and dedication as a humanitarian leader and policy specialist within the region and beyond. This episode spotlights Dr. Jemilah’s insights on humanitarian work, including her courage in shifting her journey of service from an obstetrician & gynaecologist to championing the decolonization of aid and voicing out ASEAN resilience to the world.
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Since its launch in 2008, ASEAN Studies Centre (ASC) ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute has played an important role in promoting ASEAN awareness and identity. Its constructive framework of policy oriented analysis, science-based policy advocacy, as well as publication and engagement to the ASEAN’ wide range of stakeholder, has made the organisation the first institution to receive the ASEAN Prize in 2020. In this episode, the ASEAN Prize Podcast features Mr. Choi Shing Kwok, the Director of ISEAS Yusof Ishak Institute of Singapore. He shares his thoughtful perspectives and valuable insights towards strengthening ASEAN Community building amidst the region’s challenges and touches on issues of multilateralism and digitalisation.
