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SOUTH ASIAN POLICY INITIATIVE INC (SAPI) is a transnational research-oriented initiative that assesses, discusses, and evaluates policies aimed at promoting human rights and democracy in the Southeast Asian region. SAPI envisions countries in Southeast to uphold and promote human rights and democracy where democratic and civil society institutions are strengthened and protected. SAPI’s primary focus is to undertake policy-relevant research and analysis that informs and influences decision-making processes in the region supported by credible, transparent and collaborative research.
To further this goal, SAPI has established Global Voice for Humanity (GVH) to operate as a platform for regional human rights activists. GVH engages with civil society groups, policymakers, academics, and other stakeholders to raise the voice for the dissidents and victims of persecution by authoritarian regimes. Through advocacy, education, and awareness-raising initiatives, GVH works towards creating a more inclusive, just, and democratic society in Southeast Asia. By combining research and advocacy, SAPI and GVH aim to contribute to positive change in the region and beyond.

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OUR OBJECTIVES

  1. To conduct research and analysis to generate innovative ideas and insights for opinion leaders, policymakers, and activists to enable them to make informed decisions that promote human rights and strengthen democratic institutions in South Asian countries.

  2. To document and archive the historic socio-political events and data regarding South Asian countries, ensuring that there is an accurate and comprehensive source available for current and future research, and within the grasp of relevant international community.

  3. To critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the democratic process in South Asian countries and to make policy recommendations that support and strengthen democratic institutions and processes.

  4. To develop and propose strategies that support and promote human rights in South Asian countries, including measures to restore democracy, the rule of law, and good governance. These strategies should be grounded in evidence-based research and informed by consultation and collaboration with intellectuals, political leaders, human rights activists, civil society groups, policymakers, and other relevant stakeholders.

WHAT WE DO

  1. Conducting policy-relevant research and producing evidence-based reports and papers to inform opinion leaders, human rights group, policymakers and relevant stakeholders in the region.

  2. To raise voice for the victims of persecution by the authoritarian regimes in South Asia in particular and globally in general.

  3. Organizing seminars, symposiums, webinars, and press conferences to disseminate research findings and engage with intellectuals, civil society groups, policymakers, academics, and other stakeholders.

  4. Launching national and international advocacy campaigns to raise awareness and mobilize support for human rights and democracy in the South Asian region. This may include collaborating with other organizations and media outlets to amplify the message and reach to a wider audience.

  5. Providing technical assistance and capacity-building support to democratic institutions, civil society groups, and media organizations to strengthen their ability to advocate for and defend human rights and democracy in the region.

  6. Developing academic resources and programs to promote human rights and democracy among youth and the general public, with a focus on marginalized communities and vulnerable populations.

RATIONALE

  1. The South Asian Policy Initiative (SAPI) is a critical initiative that aims to systematically analyse the socio-political environment in South Asian countries where authoritarianism is on the rise since the beginning of the 21st century. This initiative is aimed at undertaking academic and methodical research that can inform and influence policy decisions to encourage and promote human rights and democracy in the countries in this region.

  2. South Asian countries have witnessed many atrocities under authoritarian regimes, but inadequate documentation and record-keeping have hindered accountability and justice. SAPI seeks to address this gap by conducting research and analysis that documents human rights abuses and evaluate their impact on the region’s political and social fabric.

  3. South Asian countries are home to diverse communities and face complex challenges that are often shaped by external influences. SAPI recognizes the importance of context-specific research that takes into account the complexities of the region’s political, cultural and religious landscape.

  4. The people of South Asian countries desire changes but often lack the necessary information, vision, and strategies to bring about meaningful transformations. SAPI aims to bridge this gap by providing evidence-based research that can inform and support the work of civil society organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders working towards a more inclusive, just, and democratic society in the region.

GOVERNANCE AND PEOPLE

  1. To create a rich, diverse and inclusive body of resource personnel, including prominent professionals, academics, and members of the political diaspora, in order to provide expertise and guidance on policy research and advocacy efforts.

  2. To form an executive committee of professionals, academics, researchers, human rights activists, media personnel and dissident voices who can lead and manage the day-to-day operations of SAPI and its initiatives.

  3. To ensure that all members of SAPI adhere to its core value of transparency, objectivity, democracy, human rights, freedom of expression, and intellectual honesty.

  4. To foster a culture of learning and accountability among all members of SAPI through regular training, evaluation, and feedback mechanism.2. South Asian countries have witnessed many atrocities under authoritarian regimes, but inadequate documentation and record-keeping have hindered accountability and justice. SAPI seeks to address this gap by conducting research and analysis that documents human rights abuses and evaluate their impact on the region’s political and social fabric.

  5. South Asian countries are home to diverse communities and face complex challenges that are often shaped by external influences. SAPI recognizes the importance of context-specific research that takes into account the complexities of the region’s political, cultural and religious landscape.

  6. The people of South Asian countries desire changes but often lack the necessary information, vision, and strategies to bring about meaningful transformations. SAPI aims to bridge this gap by providing evidence-based research that can inform and support the work of civil society organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders working towards a more inclusive, just, and democratic society in the region.

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