Balancing sustainability and profitability can be tough for small businesses. Join us on May 21 at 10-11:15 AM GMT+7 for Go Digital ASEAN's Explore Digital free virtual event on 'Championing Sustainability through Digital Innovation' to get insights from two entrepreneurs from ASEAN with hands-on experience: Jason Occidental, Founder, Ecogift Davao Juliana Adam, CEO, Biji-biji Initiative Register now and learn how to go digital and green and maintain profitability for your business: https://bit.ly/44zCzDJ
The Asia Foundation
Non-profit Organization Management
San Francisco, California 93,340 followers
Improving Lives, Expanding Opportunities
About us
The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. Informed by six decades of experience and deep local expertise, our work across the region addresses five overarching goals—strengthen governance, empower women, expand economic opportunity, increase environmental resilience, and promote international cooperation. Learn more at http://asiafoundation.org
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http://www.asiafoundation.org/
External link for The Asia Foundation
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1954
- Specialties
- Governance and Law, Economic Development, Women's Empowerment, Environment, Regional Cooperation, Exchanges, International Development, International Relations, Literacy and Education, Technology and Development, and Gender Equality
Locations
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465 California St., 9th Floor
San Francisco, California 94104, US
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1779 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 815
Washington, DC 20036, US
Employees at The Asia Foundation
Updates
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Are you an experienced researcher passionate about women’s participation in the armed forces and security sector in #ASEAN? We’re looking for a research consultant to identify barriers to women’s participation, assess existing support networks, and highlight successful practices that can be adapted and implemented regionally. Application deadline is May 29. Learn more about the position here: https://lnkd.in/gp4vyaZq #Women #Careers #Job #JobOpportunity #InternationalDevelopment
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On April 25, our country representative in #Cambodia, Meloney Lindberg, signed a renewed MoU with the National Institute of Diplomacy and Foreign Relations (NIDIR). Through collaborative efforts under the MoU spanning 2020 to 2023, we have engaged with NIDIR on fostering diplomatic engagement and advancing the Royal Government of Cambodia's commitment to enhancing international relations with foreign nations. Under the new MoU (2024-2026), we're excited to jointly develop capacity-building programs, research initiatives, and public lecture series to elevate Cambodia's global presence further. Check out some photos and more info from the MoU signing below 👇
On April 25, 2024, I had the honor of representing The Asia Foundation in signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cambodia's National Institute of Diplomacy and International Relations. Presided over by H.E. Dr. Un Kheang, this event reaffirms our shared commitment to building upon our longstanding partnership. Grateful for the opportunity to further strengthen ties between our organizations in a structured and collaborative way. #NIDIR #TAF #MOU #Diplomacy #ForeignRelations #ForeignPolicy #Partnership #Cambodia
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Dive into our recent dialogue with Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) on #Bangladesh’s escalating external debt. As of December 2023, the country’s debt soared to over $100 billion, a staggering 51% increase in just three years. With concerns mounting over future debt servicing capabilities and the sustainability of borrowings, our speakers delved into suggestions for next steps. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g5hd3ddh
The Foundation Co-Hosts Dialogue to Address Bangladesh's External Debt Scenario - The Asia Foundation
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The Indonesian village of #Malitu, known for its extensive palm tree forests and palm sugar production, has faced challenges in obtaining a granulated palm sugar license due to control by a large industrial timber plantation. Despite securing a social forestry permit and increasing palm sugar production, profitability remained elusive. Through our PSPGM program, funded by Google.org's Impact Challenge for #women and #girls, we're providing sales and marketing training to the village community to enhance profitability. Learn more about our social forestry work in #Indonesia: https://lnkd.in/g5BGjism
Resilient Social Forestry in Indonesia: The Impact of KUPS Lestari - The Asia Foundation
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In an increasingly digital world, it is essential for #MSMEs to take steps towards enhancing their digital capabilities. On May 8, Go Digital ASEAN's speaker series Explore Digital is hosting a free virtual event titled “Empowering MSMEs in their Journey to Digitalization.” Join us to explore the top tools and platforms businesses use to digitalize and expand their operations: https://bit.ly/3wgZ1ok #GoDigitalASEAN #Googleorg The Future of Work
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Researchers from our X-Border Local Research Network are in Bangkok this week, sharing their research on governance, illicit economies and conflict enablers in borderlands, while reflecting on their approach promoting local perspectives of violence. The Asia Foundation Malcolm H. Kerr Carnegie Middle East Center Rift Valley Institute.
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We’re looking for an Executive and Administrative Assistant to join our office in #Mongolia! Are you a quick learner with top-notch organizational and time management skills? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gVDmnQuW #CareerOpportunity
Executive and Administrative Assistant, Mongolia - The Asia Foundation
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📣 This May, The Asia Foundation’s STEM ConnectHER is bringing you not one, but two exciting speaker sessions! Join us on May 8 and 11 for an insightful conversation with leading experts and #womeninSTEM from our partners Cisco and Micron. 📌 May 8: Career Opportunities for Women in Emerging Tech featuring Shehara Viswanathan (She/Her) 📌 May 11: Building a Rewarding Career in MNCs (Japanese) featuring Utae Nakanishi Registration is free! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eh5ak_-W
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#EVENT: What steps can MSMEs take to enhance their digital capabilities? Join us as we explore the top digital tools and platforms to help businesses digitalize and expand their operations. 💻 Empowering MSMEs in their Journey to Digitalization 📅 8 May 2024 (Wed), 10:00-11:15 am GMT+7 Speakers: ❤️ Arlene Martinez, CPM Asia | Founder, MyKartero 💚 Nofi Bayu Darmawan | CEO, Komerce 💙 Ambika Sangaran | COO, Mereka Register for free 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gS6Wn2xX #GoDigitalASEAN #googleorg