Speaking more than one language has been proven to confer major gains on brain development. Research has shown that bilingual young adults not only tend to perform better in the …
The Benefits of Knowing Multiple Languages in Increasing Youth Employability Read More »
Preventing future outbreaks (or pandemics) should be anchored within an overarching framework of environmental protection. Scientists maintain that future outbreaks could be even more deadly than COVID-19 and occur anywhere. Conservationists are not overstating the fact when they emphasize taking care of nature as a preventive strategy.
An impressive 8 out of 24 of contestants on this season of MasterChef Australia are Asian-Australians. The result is a celebration of Australia’s melting pot food culture and a smorgasbord of delicious Asian dishes.
I have personally always admired working moms. The ongoing pandemic makes me adore them even more. Michelle Marietta Secoa explores how COVID-19 exacerbates inequality for women, especially Indonesian working moms who are juggling various responsibilities and social roles.
AAYLF delegate from Australia Elise Giles explores the tragic prevalence of gender inequality, particularly in post-disaster and crisis situations. More than ever, our region is facing unprecedented changes ranging from natural disasters, …
Gender inequality is exacerbated in the face of unprecedented change Read More »
AAYLF delegate from Myanmar Htun Linn explores the barriers to education and how ASEAN and Australia can work together to increase opportunities and empower young people through education. In Myanmar there …
With a young and creative population, ASEAN’s hip-hop scene is growing big and young people’s voices are being heard on the global stage.
“I cried a lot as soon as I saw their comments,” said Ma Ma (name changed due to privacy reasons), in an upsetting tone. “We were not that close so …
Combating Cyberbullying in Southeast Asia: How ASEAN Can Adopt A Regional Approach Read More »
Beneath the glitzy, modern towers of central Jakarta, with the sun reflecting its heat upon the ground, a handful of tents are perched on the side of the road, right …
Refugees in Southeast Asia: Avenues for Action in ASEAN and Australia Read More »
Adehlia Ebert, Adeline Tinessia The rise of social media has seen the emergence of myriad new forms of individual & group expression. Arguably the most noticeable of these new forms …
More than just memes: How Subtle Asian Traits has become a cultural gamechanger Read More »
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