Publications
ACWC Discussions and Recommendations on Shelter Practices in ASEAN
The ASEAN Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children (ACWC) has consistently and affirmatively supported the interpretation and implementation of the ASEAN Convention Against Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children (ACTIP) since its inception. It has developed several publications in support of victim protection such as the Gender […]
ASEAN Do-No-Harm Guide, Capacity Enhancement of Frontline Responders in Countering Trafficking Using Victim-Centred and Gender-sensitive Approaches
Frontline responders play a key role in combating and supporting victims of human trafficking. They are often the first contact point for victims of trafficking during the identification process. They also support the acute and long-term protection, health, shelter, recovery and rehabilitation needs of the victims. Frontline responders and support persons play an important role […]
ASEAN Gender Outlook
This report is the result of the collaborative efforts and partnership of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), ASEAN Committee on Women (ACW), ASEAN Secretariat, and the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women). Download Pdf
ASEAN Guidelines for Harmonised and Comprehensive National Legislation Against All Forms of Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
The ASEAN Guidelines for Harmonised and Comprehensive National Legislation Against All Forms of Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse are an important milestone towards increasing the prosperity, connectivity, resilience, and security of children of ASEAN Member States. Download Pdf
ASEAN Guidelines for Provision of Protective and Support Services for All Child Victims and Children in Contact with the Law as a Result of Online Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
The ASEAN Guidelines for Provision of Protective and Support Services for All Child Victims and Children in Contact with the Law as a Result of Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse are an important milestone towards increasing the prosperity, connectivity, resilience, and security of children of ASEAN Member States. Taken as a whole, the Guidelines […]
ASEAN Regional Plan of Action on Women, Peace and Security
Implementing the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda has long been recognised as essential to achieving sustainable peace and prosperity in the ASEAN region. ASEAN member states remain committed to gender equality and the full protection of women’s rights. They also remain steadfast in their aim to maintain regional peace, address shared security concerns and […]
ASEAN Gender Mainstreaming Strategic Framework 2021–2025
In recent years, there has been increased recognition of the critical importance of gender equal- ity and women’s empowerment to sustainable development, and as a result, increased commitment to institutionalising gender mainstreaming approaches by governments and international and regional or- ganisations. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)now include a dedicated Goal—Goal 5—on gender equality, and in […]