News:
TECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL GOVERNANCE: THE RELEVANCE OF GANDHI’S PHILOSOPHY FOR CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.
Description:
Ambassador Shambhu Ram Simkhada delivered a compelling seminar titled “Technology and Global Governance: The Relevance of Gandhi’s Philosophy for Contemporary International Relations.” The thoughtprovoking event took place on Monday, 8 January 2024, at the Milton Bendor Auditorium on the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT).
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TECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL GOVERNANCE: THE RELEVANCE OF GANDHI’S PHILOSOPHY FOR CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.
Description:
The AIT Board of Trustees meeting was held on January 18, 2024, at the AIT campus under the chairmanship of Anat Arbhabhirama. The meeting covered a range of significant topics. The chair extended a warm welcome to the new board and the executive committee members and thanked all the members for their continued support and commitment to the institute.
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CALLING OUT ADDICTION: WHISTLEBLOWING FOR A SUSTAINABLE WORLD
Description:
Muhammad Junaid of AIT examined the phenomenon of brand addiction, where consumers develop an uncontrollable urge to acquire specific brands’ products, leading to financial strain and societal disparities. He highlighted the ethical dilemma for marketers between exploiting such behaviors for profit and promoting sustainable consumption practices. Junaid advocates for ethical marketing to foster a consumer culture rooted in sustainability and well-being.
� https://ait.ac.th/2024/05/calling-out-addictionwhistleblowing-for-a-sustainable-world/
TECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL GOVERNANCE: THE RELEVANCE OF GANDHI’S PHILOSOPHY FOR CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.
Description:
AIT participated as an academic partner in the ICNWP 2024 held in Bangkok from June 26-28. The convention focused on addressing global disparities and fostering inclusive development, featuring discussions among experts and representatives from various sectors.
� https://ait.ac.th/2024/06/ait-engages-in-2024international-convention-on-nation-buildingwellness-peace/
AIT AND RIGGS COLLABORATE TO ADVANCE LEADERSHIP, GOVERNANCE, AND KNOWLEDGE SHARING ON A GLOBAL SCALE
Description:
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and the Royal Institute for Governance and Strategic Studies (RIGSS), Bhutan, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 29 November 2024 to establish a partnership aimed at enhancing knowledge transfer, professional development, and international collaboration.
� https://ait.ac.th/2024/11/ait-and-rigss-collaborateto-advance-leadership-governance-andknowledge-sharing-on-a-global-scale/
“OUR
RIGHTS, OUR FUTURE, RIGHT NOW,” INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS DAY
Description:
At AIT, the Gender and Development Academic Program (GDS) places human rights at the core rights at the core of its academic discourse and research. Courses such as “Gender and Human Rights” engage students in understanding the intersections between gender and human rights, fostering a comprehensive view of how systemic inequalities impact different groups. Many other courses delve into the human rights challenges faced by indigenous women, people with disabilities, displaced and migrant populations, and LGBTQ+ communities, ensuring a holistic approach to these complex issues.
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Projects:
STRENGTHENING COLLECTIVE ADVOCACY OF WOMEN HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS IN MYANMAR
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: SERD-Gender and Development Studies
Duration: 31 Jan 2024 to 30 Nov 2024
Project Sponsor/Client: UN Women
Project Partner: Women and Gender Equality Network, Myanmar
Expected Social Impact: Sustainability of advocacy activities of human rights in Myanmar
Description:
The project is to enhance the collective efforts of Myanmar’s WHRD networks and organizations to advocate for different stakeholders at the national and international levels.
SUPPORT FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH CAPACITY IN MYANMAR
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: Gender and Development Studies, SERD
Duration: 15 Dec 2022 to 29 Sep 2025
Project Sponsor/Client: The SecDev Foundation
Project Partner: The SecDev Foundation
Expected Social Impact: Social research capacity in Myanmar will be strengthened.
Description:
This project will support coordinating the SecDevs project in building research capacity in Myanmar through funding small research projects led by Burmese researchers.
GOVERNANCE AND ANTI-CORRUPTION: THE METHOD AND TOOLS BEHIND AN EFFECTIVE CORRUPTION-ERADICATION STRATEGY (BATCH 1)
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: AIT Extension
Duration: 27 Feb 2023 to 31 Jan 2025
Project Sponsor/Client: CIAA, Nepal
Description:
Enhance the skills and capabilities of the CIAA officers in practical approaches and methods to implement anticorruption strategies to help create a well-disciplined and uncorrupted culture in the organizations.
GOVERNANCE AND ANTI-CORRUPTION: THE METHOD AND TOOLS BEHIND AN EFFECTIVE CORRUPTION-ERADICATION STRATEGY (BATCH 2)
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: AIT Extension
Duration: 20 Mar 2023 to 29 Feb 2024
Project Sponsor/Client: CIAA, Nepal
ADVANCED
POLICY
Description:
Enhance the skills and capabilities of the CIAA officers in practical approaches and methods to implement anticorruption strategies to help create a well-disciplined and uncorrupted culture in the organizations.
AND PRACTICES
15 APRIL- 31 MAY 2024
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: AIT Extension
Duration: 15 Apr 2024 to 11 Apr 2025
Project Sponsor/Client: The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB)
FOR
ELECTION MANAGEMENT,
Description:
Improved election management practices in Bhutan resulting in more transparent, fair, and credible elections in the Bhutanese electoral process; adoption of best practices and improved voter participation and increased confidence in the electoral system; Catalyze the adoption of digital solutions in Bhutan’s election processes.
STRENGTHENING GLOBAL JUSTICE: A HIGH-LEVEL EXCHANGE ON COMBATING HUMAN TRAFFICKING, 17-23 SEPTEMBER 2024
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: AIT Extension
Duration: 17 Sep 2024 to 16 Mar 2025
Project Sponsor/Client: K.J. Inter-Tech (Siam) Co., Ltd.
Description:
Enhanced legal framework; increased awareness and knowledge; improved human rights protection; strengthened international collaboration; and increased capacity building and public awareness.
ANTI-CORRUPTION: THE METHODS AND TOOLS BEHIND AN EFFECTIVE CORRUPTION-ERADICATION STRATEGY; 25 FEBRUARY - 5 MARCH 2025
AIT Research Theme: Infrastructure
AIT Unit: AIT Extension
Duration: 25 Feb 2025 to 01 Sep 2025
Project Sponsor/Client: CIAA, Nepal
Description:
Enhance the skills and capabilities of the CIAA officers in practical approaches and methods to implement anticorruption strategies to help create a well-disciplined and uncorrupted culture in the organizations.
ANTI-CORRUPTION: THE METHODS AND TOOLS BEHIND AN EFFECTIVE CORRUPTION-ERADICATION STRATEGY; 25 FEBRUARY - 5 MARCH 2025
AIT Research Theme: Technology, Policy and Society
AIT Unit: AIT Extension
Duration: 01 Jan 2025 to 30 Jun 2026
Project Sponsor/Client: CIAA, Nepal
Description:
At the end of this training, participants will be able to increase the understanding of a proactive security
attitude and the importance of situational awareness as well as related risk assessments and provide leaders with helpful tools and techniques needed to avoid or cope adequately with endangering or potentially dangerous situations.