JALAN Civic Lab's Executive Director recently visited ISIS Malaysia following a book chapter contribution examining medical tourism within the UAE–ASEAN cooperation framework.

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#PolicyResearch #ASEANStudies #MedicalTourism #ThinkTank #JALANCivicLab

From research to impact 🌏

Our Executive Director recently visited the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia following his contribution to a book chapter on medical tourism within the context of UAE–ASEAN cooperation.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4cNKq5d

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JALAN Civic Lab Visits ISIS Malaysia, Following Book Chapter Contribution on UAE-ASEAN Cooperation

JALAN Civic Lab Executive Director visited the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia to mark the publication of a new book chapter, which examines the political economy of medical tourism in Southeast Asia.

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Happy Songkran 2026 💦

Songkran is a time to reflect and reconnect. From splashes of joy to paying respects to one another, Songkran reminds us of the importance of community, culture, and care.

Wishing everyone a refreshing start to the year 

#Songkran #JALANCivicLab

⚡ Empowering Youth for a Just Energy Future

At a time of ongoing fossil fuel crises, equipping young people with knowledge and practical tools is more important than ever. Youth must be at the centre of just energy transition.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48a77Pg

#JALANCivicLab #IACT #ClimateAction

From debunking climate myths to exploring clean energy solutions, JALAN Civic Lab equipped youth with practical skills and critical perspectives to turn climate awareness into action.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48a77Pg

#JALANCivicLab #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #ClimateJustice #YouthForClimate

I-ACT Climate Action Workshop at Bangkok University Empowers Youth for a Sustainable Future

I-ACT Climate Action Workshop @ Bangkok University brought students together for an interactive workshop on climate change, renewable energy, and inclusive energy transitions.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48a77Pg

#JALANCivicLab #IACT #ClimateAction #ClimateJustice #EnergyTransition #YouthLeadership

𝗛𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗨 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀!

JALAN Civic Lab is delivering the I ACT Climate Change Workshop x Bangkok University on 2 April 2026, See you there!

#IACT #SDG7 #JALANCivicLab

𝗛𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗨 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀!

JALAN Civic Lab is delivering the I ACT Climate Change Workshop x Bangkok University on 2 April 2026 in partnership with IRENA, Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UNICEF, and SDG7 Youth Constituency, See you there!

#IACT #SDG7 #JALANCivicLab

🌏 Thailand’s political landscape is shifting amid rising nationalism and security concerns following the 2026 general election.

📖 Read our Executive Director Matt Yutthaworakool's op-ed published on FACTS Asia: https://bit.ly/4722B4Y

#ThailandPolitics #Democracy #ForeignPolicy #JALANCivicLab

Making a Rightward Turn? Thailand’s National Security and Foreign Policy After the 2026 General Election The results of this general election have reminded observers that Thailand’s political landscape shifted to a more conservative nationalism. It is expected that Thailand’s national security and foreign policy to make a rightward turn amid polycrisis challenges stemming from border conflicts and geopolitical/geoeconomic tensions.

🌏 Thailand’s political landscape is shifting amid rising nationalism and security concerns following the 2026 general election.

📖 Read our Executive Director Matt Yutthaworakool's op-ed published on FACTS Asia: https://bit.ly/4722B4Y

#ThailandPolitics #Democracy #ForeignPolicy #JALANCivicLab

🌙✨ Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1447H ✨🌙

JALAN Civic Lab wishes you and your loved ones a joyful and meaningful Eid. May this celebration bring peace, compassion, and renewed hope for a more just and livable society for all.

Eid Mubarak! 

#EidMubarak #HariRaya #JALANCivicLab

🗳️ Democracy must include everyone.

Persons with disabilities across ASEAN still face systemic barriers to political participation.
It’s time to build inclusive electoral systems.

📘 Read the report: https://bit.ly/inclusive-election

#InclusiveDemocracy #DisabilityRights #ASEAN

🗳️ Who gets to participate in democracy?

Persons with disabilities in ASEAN still face barriers to electoral participation. Inclusive elections must address the structural inequalities

🔎 Read more: https://bit.ly/inclusive-election

#InclusiveElections #ASEAN #Democracy #DisabilityRights

OECD Working Paper No. 326 explores how civic education can build more inclusive societies. While many countries prioritise civic learning, gaps in access and quality remain. The paper calls for more equitable, evidence-based approaches to strengthen democratic participation.

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𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗦

JALAN Civic Lab is partnering with the MSU Gensan BEEd in launching the Social Impact Innovation and Mentorship Program. We invite students to design and implement school-based projects that address community needs.

📅 Deadline: March 18, 2026

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𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 | 𝟴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵

Today, we honour the strength, leadership, and resilience of women who are at the forefront of inequalities.

Respect. Protect. Empower

#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #GenderEquality #WomenLead #JALANCivicLab #JustAndLivableAsiaNow

JALAN Civic Lab partners with MSU Gensan BEEd to launch the Social Impact Innovation & Mentorship Program. Future educators will design school-based projects addressing real community needs through a three-month mentored process.

📅 March 18, 2026

#JALANCivicLab #SDG4

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐀𝐦𝐢𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬

Read our policy brief on protecting and empowering children in digital and conflict contexts: https://bit.ly/4aKBHAN

#ChildRights #DigitalSafety #ConflictZones #PolicyBrief

🌍 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗶𝘃𝗲-𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 "𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘"

In a world marked by conflicts, peace means creating spaces where people feel safe, heard, and respected.  Peace grows where we protect dignity and stand against violence.

JALAN Civic Lab stands for PEACE.

✨ #PeaceInAction #HumanRights #JALANCivicLab

Ramadan Mubarak 🌙
Reflection. Compassion. Solidarity.

#RamadanMubarak #Ramadan1447 #JALANCivicLab

🌙✨ Happy Lunar New Year!

Wishing you a year of renewal, good health, and new beginnings. May this new cycle bring hope, prosperity, and positive change for all. 

#LunarNewYear #NewBeginnings #YearOfRenewal #JALANCivicLab

🌏 Our Theory of Change

At JALAN Civic Lab, we build democratic futures through intersectional, community-driven action.
2C2D connects Civic, Climate, Digital, and Data Democracy—turning workshops into research and advocacy. 

Learn more: https://www.jalanciviclab.org/theory-of-change

Thailand' General Election is TODAY!

🗳️ The Forgotten Voters: Persons with Disabilities and Elections in ASEAN
📄 Read: www.jalanciviclab.org/publications/the-forgott...

#JALANCivicLab #CivicDemocracy #InclusiveElections #DisabilityRights #ASEAN #VotingRights #AccessibleDemocracy

Ahead of Thailand’s general election this weekend (8 February), JALAN Civic Lab is delighted to launch our new publication. The Forgotten Voters policy report will unpack a regional review of the voting rights of persons with disabilities in ASEAN.

Read: https://bit.ly/3ZqeayN

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As Thailand approaches the 2026 election, democracy remains incomplete if persons with disabilities are excluded from accessible information, independent voting, and dignified participation.

🔗 Read: https://bit.ly/4q26Q70

#JALANCivicLab #InclusiveDemocracy #DisabilityRights #ThailandElection2026

Democracy Cannot Exclude: Disability Access in Thailand Election As Thailand approaches its election, disability access reveals how inclusive democratic institutions shape legitimacy, trust, and long-term economic stability.

As Thailand approaches the 2026 general election, it’s time to rethink inclusive elections. Read our Executive Director, Matt Yutthaworakool’s recently published article here.

🔗 impactentrepreneur.com/democracy-cannot-exclude...

#InclusiveDemocracy #DisabilityRights #ThailandElection2026

Data democratization is a process, not an endpoint—enabling secure, inclusive access to data, empowering users, and improving collective decision-making (Samarasinghe et al., 2022).

🔗 https://arxiv.org/pdf/2206.12051

#DataDemocracy #DemocracyWeekly #JALANCivicLab

Democracy works best when communities build civic capacity—the ability to collaborate, build trust, and solve shared problems beyond elections (De Souza Briggs, 2008).

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4aZyii6

#CivicDemocracy#CivicCapacity#ParticipatoryDemocracy
#JALANCivicLab#DemocracyWeekly

Advancing Children’s Rights in Digitalised Societies: JALAN Civic Lab Workshop at Navamindradhiraj University

On 11 Jan 2026, JALAN Civic Lab collaborated with NMU to host an interactive workshop on children’s rights in digital spaces, encouraging students to turn awareness into advocacy.

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