ASEAN Institute for Peace and Reconciliation

We extend our warm wishes to Hindu communities across the region and beyond on the observance of Nyepi or the Day of Silence. This sacred occasion is preceded by purification rituals and followed by the celebration of the Saka New Year.

From addressing fragmented policies and capacity gaps to promoting multi-stakeholder collaboration and regional intelligence sharing, the session underscored that cybersecurity must ultimately serve human security and societal resilience.

In session 1: Understanding the Cybersecurity Landscape, speakers highlighted that strengthening cyber resilience in Southeast Asia requires more than technical solutions. It requires a human-centered approach that prioritizes trust, digital literacy, and inclusive cooperation.

Cybersecurity is no longer just about technology, it is about people. At CyberCon 2025, experts and practitioners across ASEAN came together to explore the region’s evolving cybersecurity landscape and the challenges shaping digital peace and stability.

Make sure to carefully review all instructions and submit your documents before the deadline on 3 April 2026.

ASEAN-IPR is inviting all qualified ASEAN nationals to apply as an Evaluator for the Women in Peace Processes Programme. 🔗 To learn more about the vacancy, please click the link in our bio and refer to the Terms of Reference (TOR) for application guidelines.

Make sure you go through all of the instructions carefully and submit your documents before the deadline on 27 March 2026.

ASEAN-IPR is calling all qualified ASEAN nationals based in Jakarta to apply for the position of Project Communications Assistant 🔗 To learn more about the vacancy, kindly visit our Website at asean-aipr.org and refer to the Terms of Reference (TOR) on how to apply.

Watch the video to learn more about ASEAN-IPR’s initiatives that promote and strengthen women’s participation in peacebuilding.

On celebrating the International Women’s Day (and every day) let us stand together by raising our voices and reflecting on what women’s empowerment truly signifies for our communities and our region.

Women and girls play a vital role in advancing peace and stability across the region. The ASEAN-IPR continues our work and advocacy to uphold the importance of women’s meaningful participation and sustained leadership in forging and nurturing a culture of peace in ASEAN

Applications should reach us by 5 April 2026 at the latest to secretariat@asean-aipr.org For detailed information on the qualifications, requirements, and application procedures, please refer to the link provided in our bio.

ASEAN-IPR invites qualified ASEAN Nationals to apply for the position of Executive Director, who will represent the Institute in all administrative and operational matters and will oversee the management and implementation of the Institute’s programmes and activities.

During the forum, the ED shared insights on the vital role of women in shaping peaceful and resilient communities. The ED also highlighted ongoing challenges in advancing the WPS agenda, as well as ASEAN-IPR’s continued efforts in promoting the agenda in the region.

On 25 February 2026, ASEAN-IPR participated in the Public Discussion Forum on “Women, Peace and Security After 25 Years: The Role of Women is Key in Maintaining Peace & Security in Today’s World,” organised by the UK Mission to ASEAN and The Habibie Center

Make sure you go through all of the instructions carefully and submit your documents before the deadline on 25 March 2026.

ASEAN-IPR is calling all qualified ASEAN nationals based in Jakarta to apply for the position of Project Assistant 🔗 To learn more about the vacancy, kindly visit our Website at asean-aipr.org and refer to the Terms of Reference (TOR) on how to apply.

Happy International Women’s Day! International Women’s Day highlights the global commitment to advance “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls.” Let’s reaffirm our commitment to strengthening the rights, voices, and opportunities of women and girls everywhere.

The Meeting was hosted by the Permanernt Mission of the Philippines to ASEAN, the ASEAN-IPR Governing Council's current Chair.

The Philippines' Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) regularly supports the ASEAN-IPR, namely in the Advisory Board capacity, as the Philippines also chairs this year's Advisory Board of ASEAN-IPR.

Yesterday, the Executive Director and ASEAN-IPR Team had a Meeting with the Philippines Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity, H.E. Carlito G. Galvez, Jr. in the midst of his working visit to Jakarta.