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SUMMARY:FROM FEAR TO RESILIENCE: STORYTELLING OF COVID-19 IN SOUTHEAST ASIA  Call for Photo\, Short Video and Art Essays by SEA Junction and Partners
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThese days we are inundated with photos of deaths\, ICUs and suffering\, creating fear as an incentive to keep us all at home. No matter how well-meaning\, this narrative of COVID-19 remains one-sided and may have many unwanted consequences. We know from the HIV epidemic that fear only changes behavior in the short term and it may cause traumas and prejudices that make it more difficult to learn to live with the virus. This narrative also leads to seeing the ‘other’ as the ‘enemy’ who can potentially infect us\, triggering unnecessary stigma and discrimination that hampers the efforts to control the pandemic. More needs to be done to raise understanding of the rationale of preventive measures and to provide the social and economic means to enable people to apply those. \nLiving through a pandemic with unforeseen reality and unending uncertainties for over a year has created an epidemic of fear. As a consequence\, there have been stigmatization and blaming to infected people\, especially vulnerable population. With the current surges in COVID-19 infection across Southeast Asia\, the fear of contracting the disease remains and is even escalated when the vaccine is in shortage and not accessible to many. They are nervous of not getting timely vaccinated\, not to mention the concern on vaccine’s safety and efficacy. The fear also extends beyond contraction and manifests in socio-economic stress as a result of the pandemic impacts. In particular\, the poor and disadvantaged groups have been hardest hit with a deepening of poverty since the existing inequalities have been exacerbated. \nSEA Junction invites all to make an effort to collectively provide a different visual story of the pandemic in Southeast Asia that shows strength and hope. We believe in the importance of reducing fear and promote informed policy and public discussion with more accurate reporting of the epidemiological realities of COVID-19. We need to show that COVID-19 is also a tale of survival\, resilience and solidarity. \nWe are calling for short stories in the form of photo essays\, short documentaries and illustrated art essays in any language of the region (to be later translated into English) or in English. We will then select\, curate and showcase them in a special section on our online platform and on our social media. We will be also looking for other partners interested in broadcasting these works of resilience. When the COVID-19 situation ease\, we will use the selected visual storytelling works to organize a 2-week long exhibition at BACC. \nPossible topics include but not limited to: \n\ncultural rituals and faith to counter our anxiety;\nexperiences of quarantine (at home or at reserved locations) and survival;\npeople that continue to work in essential services;\nlaborers and migrant workers that keep the economy running by continuing to work in construction\, agriculture\, fishing\, etc.;\nrural and urban community organizing to control the pandemic and provide support to the needy;\ninnovation and adaptation of technology in resource poor settings;\nstrategic intervention to enhance people survival beyond relief;\nand people that fight for social protection and for upholding of privacy and other human rights amidst this pandemic.\n\nNeedless to say\, ethical and safety principles need to be respected in the production of the stories\, and compliance of preventive measures is a must at any time. \nPlease submit approximately 15 photos and/or videos along with short essay to  southeastasiajunction@gmail.com. The call remains open without specific deadline. We welcome all the entries and also other interested partners to join this call. \nOrganizers \nSEA Junction \nSEA Junction\, established under the Thai non-profit organization Foundation for Southeast Asia Studies (ForSEA)\, aims to foster understanding and appreciation of Southeast Asia in all its socio-cultural dimensions- from arts and lifestyles to economy and development. Conveniently located at Room 408 of the Bangkok Arts and Culture Center or BACC (across MBK\, BTS National Stadium)\, SEA Junction facilitates public access to knowledge resources and exchanges among students\, practitioners and Southeast Asia lovers. For more information see www.seajunction.org\, join the Facebook group:  http://www.facebook.com/groups/1693058870976440/ and follow us on twitter and Instagram @seajunction \nWith support of: \nChina Medical Board  \nThe Rockefeller-endowed China Medical Board (CMB)\, an independent American foundation started in 1914\, aims to advance health in China and neighbouring Asian countries through strengthening medical\, nursing and public health research and education. See further chinamedicalboard.org \n
URL:https://seajunction.org/event/from-fear-to-resilience-lets-change-the-narrative-of-covid19-in-southeast-asia/
LOCATION:SEA Junction\, Room 408\, BACC\, 939 Rama 1 Rd\, Pathum Wan\, Khet Pathum Wan\, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330 Bangkok\, Thailand\, Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Special Initiatives
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200901
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SUMMARY:Call for Proposals\, Small Grant Program “Staying Resilient Amid the Pandemic in Southeast Asia”
DESCRIPTION:In Southeast Asia\, the spread of COVID-19 has been relatively slow when compared to other regions. With the exception of the Philippines and Indonesia\, the number of seriously ill and death cases remain in the two digits. This\, however\, does not imply that the pandemic should be taken lightly nor that the health\, economic and political impacts are insignificant. Like in other parts of the words\, human suffering is real\, with a disproportionate impact on the most vulnerable. The pandemic has also highlighted deep inequalities and socio-economic and human rights challenges. \nIrrespective of the capacity of governments to tackle the pandemics\, all over the region civil society groups\, communities and committed individuals have shown great resilience and solidarity. All kinds of small-scale initiatives have been started to battle the pandemic and cope with its local impacts from providing relief goods and PPE equipment to launching education campaigns and financial schemes. \nRecognizing the importance of these diverse initiatives and the fact that they are often undertaken with minimal resources\, SEA Junction is launching the “Staying Resilient Amid the Pandemic in Southeast Asia” small-grant program. The 3-year program\, with support of the China Medical Board Foundation and WIEGO\, provides funds to efforts working to build social capital\, strengthen community resilience\, improve the living and health conditions of local communities (geographical as well as functional) and enhance their capacity to cope with the current situation of COVID-19 and its longer-term socio-economic and health impacts. \nSmall grants for an average of USD 2\,500 will be awarded to selected groups and individuals. Funds can be used to complement existing resources as well as seeds or matching funds. Besides providing financing\, the program will also share relevant COVID-19 and health equity relevant information and knowledge\, foster cross-fertilization of ideas and interventions\, help build networks and conduct joint advocacy activities. \nEligibility and Priority \n\nThis call is open to individuals and groups (both formal and informal)\nFocus is on socio-economic and health dimensions of COVID-19\nActivities are to be located in Southeast Asia\nPriority is given to community-led and inclusive initiatives\nEmphasis on equity and resilience\n\nHow to Apply: \n\nDownload and fill the proposal form provided here: Proposal Template\nUse English or any Southeast Asian languages\nSubmit your brief proposal by email to southeastasiajunction@gmail.com\n\n  \n \nThe first batch of applications was closed in September 2020. We have selected and provided funds to 13 initiatives in Indonesia\, Malaysia\, Myanmar\, Thailand and The Philippines on different issues including arts and culture\, migration\, gender\, rural development\, waste management\, education\, etc. The full list of first batch grantees is available here. \nThe second call for proposals was closed on 15 March 2021. Amid the new wave of outbreak in many countries\, the community demand for support is great with almost 140 relevant proposals received. Thanks to individual and non-profit donations as per our fundraising campaign at the end of 2020\, we have been able to increase our initial funds and grant 23 local initiatives from different locations in 8 countries. The full list of second batch grantees is available here. The next opportunity for a third batch of application is tentatively planned for the end of 2021. \nMeanwhile\, we are now looking for ways to increase the budget as the need is great and response has been overwhelming. Any contribution from interested institutional and individual donors will go a long way toward mitigating the impacts of COVID-19 and strengthening the community-based response to the pandemic. If there’s any preference for particular groups\, themes or countries\, you can earmark your donations and we will take it into account in the grant announcements and selection. Please find more information here. \nOrganizers \nSEA Junction \nSEA Junction\, established under the Thai non-profit organization Foundation for Southeast Asia Studies (ForSEA)\, aims to foster understanding and appreciation of Southeast Asia in all its socio-cultural dimensions- from arts and lifestyles to economy and development. Conveniently located at Room 408 of the Bangkok Arts and Culture Center or BACC (across MBK\, BTS National Stadium)\, SEA Junction facilitates public access to knowledge resources and exchanges among students\, practitioners and Southeast Asia lovers. For more information see www.seajunction.org\, join the Facebook group:  http://www.facebook.com/groups/1693058870976440/ and follow us on twitter and Instagram @seajunction \nWith support of: \nChina Medical Board Foundation \nThe Rockefeller-endowed China Medical Board (CMB)\, an independent American foundation started in 1914\, aims to advance health in China and neighbouring Asian countries through strengthening medical\, nursing and public health research and education. See further  chinamedicalboard.org. \nWIEGO \nWIEGO is a global network focused on securing livelihoods for the working poor\, especially women\, in the informal economy. Informal workers need voice\, visibility and validity. WIEGO creates change by building capacity among informal worker organizations\, expanding the knowledge base\, and influencing local\, national and international policies. See further www.wiego.org. \n
URL:https://seajunction.org/event/call-for-proposals-small-grant-program-staying-resilient-amid-the-pandemic-in-southeast-asia/
LOCATION:SEA Junction\, Room 408\, BACC\, 939 Rama 1 Rd\, Pathum Wan\, Khet Pathum Wan\, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330 Bangkok\, Thailand\, Bangkok\, Thailand
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 in Asia: Communication\, Nationalism and Technology
DESCRIPTION:COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic in March 2020\, following the first infections detected in Wuhan\, China in December 2019. Since then\, the number of infected cases and death rates have increased exponentially. Governments have introduced emergency and temporary laws\, placed their citizens and residents within their jurisdictions under lockdowns\, implemented stay-at-home orders\, enforced social distancing and closed their borders. The COVID-19 pandemic\, in addition to interrupting global and national economic activities and halting cross-border movements\, has exposed the weakness of global health monitoring systems and put pressure on national public health infrastructures. \nIn this environment\, the difficulties in tackling disinformation and misinformation – including about the virus and responses to it –  have been compounded by the inordinate amount of online communication. Contact tracing\, digital identification technology and surveillance have led to concerns about privacy. The pandemic has also generated inward-looking nationalism as countries\, including big powers\, increasingly look within for independent sustainability.  ‘Vaccine nationalism’ has reared its ugly head as countries race to demonstrate their technological prowess by being the first to develop one\, to manage the resulting intellectual property rights and to acquire enough stocks for their own populations.  It has fostered unprecedented online interactions leading to changes in ways of working\, business transactions and spurred innovations in the digital space.  \nBy late 2020\, countries were experiencing second or third waves of infection and deaths as resumption of some business activity and relaxing of border restrictions became necessary to revive faltering economies. As the COVID-19 pandemic lives on into 2021 and beyond\, it is important to understand its impacts – economic\, political\, social – upon national and international society. In particular\, if the pandemic has contributed to accelerating us towards the 5th industrial revolution and its likely impact on politics and society. This conference\, taking place one year after the start of the pandemic\, seeks to identify these impacts and to search for practical solutions to challenges\, which include shrinking democratic space and regression in rights in Asia. \nThemes \nThe impact of the pandemic on the following areas will be examined: \n\nOnline disinformation\, fake news and hate speech during the pandemic;\nContract tracing\, digital identity recognition\, surveillance and privacy;\nDigital\, health and media literacy;\nNationalism\, multilateral collaboration and geopolitical shifts;\nImpact on democracy and rights;\nDigital platforms\, remote communications\, online services;\nAI\, data analytics\, machine learning;\nAny other relevant themes\n\nObjectives \nThe conference aims to assesses the overall impact of COVID-19 in the following areas: \n\nDisinformation\, literary programmes\, contract tracing and privacy\nPolitical participation\, nationalism and multilateralism\nUse of digital tools and technological innovations for business and work\n\nKey Dates \n\nAccepting abstracts now (on a rolling basis until 15 August 2021)\nPayment due following acceptance of abstract (within 2 weeks of submission)\nFull papers (deadline 30 August 2021)\n\nEnquiries: research@asiacentre.org \nSource: https://asiacentre.org/event/covid-19-in-asia-communication-nationalism-and-technology/ \n
URL:https://seajunction.org/event/covid-19-in-asia-communication-nationalism-and-technology/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand\, Bangkok\, Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210628
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SUMMARY:Institute for Advanced Study in Asian Cultures and Theologies (IASACT) Theme: “The Intertwining of Culture\, Religion\, and Environmental Education”
DESCRIPTION:BACKGROUND \nInstitute for Advanced Study in Asian Cultures and Theologies (IASACT) is a four-week residential program that provides space and time for scholars to deepen their understanding of theologies and traditions. Participants undertake research and writing in the broad area of Asian cultures and theologies and complete a working paper while in residence. Starting from 2015\, IASACT is organized by the Divinity School of Chung Chi College\, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and funded by the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia. Since 2004\, 218 scholars from 138 institutions in 20 countries have benefited from the time IASACT affords for reflection\, interaction and network-building. \nIASACT 2021 \n\nIASACT 2021 accepts applications from scholars working on the intersection of religion\, culture\, and environmental issues in Asian society\, using action research or community-based participatory research methodology. Scholars who are carrying out action research or have already developed plans are eligible to apply. 10 scholars from Asian institutions will be selected.\nClick HEREfor the pamphlet of IASACT 2021 for more information.\n\nSUBSIDY & SUPPORT \n\nA modest grant of up to USD1\,500 will be available to support research activities during the program period;\nA mentor will be assigned to provide ongoing academic advice for research and publishing throughout the program;\nAdditional advice by relevant resource persons may be arranged where available;\nOnline access to the University Library System of the Chinese University of Hong Kong will be made available.\n\nFor eligibility and application details\, please see: https://www.theology.cuhk.edu.hk/en/academics/iasact?fbclid=IwAR0cmaiGNh8e1eFMzqaTY5-aMyMAHLUYuWxUNQ7qiMvT1luCTiXe_q_G5jk \nProgram Schedule: 1 August – 31 October 2021 \nSource:https://www.theology.cuhk.edu.hk/en/academics/iasact?fbclid=IwAR0cmaiGNh8e1eFMzqaTY5-aMyMAHLUYuWxUNQ7qiMvT1luCTiXe_q_G5jk \n
URL:https://seajunction.org/event/institute-for-advanced-study-in-asian-cultures-and-theologies-iasact-theme-the-intertwining-of-culture-religion-and-environmental-education/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Call for Applications: Mekong Data Journalism Fellowship 2021\, Round Two
DESCRIPTION:The East-West Center and Internews’ Earth Journalism Network\, in partnership with the Stimson Center\, are pleased to launch a second and final round of fellowships to journalists from Mekong  countries. The fellowship provides fellows with the opportunity to develop data journalism skills and support data-driven investigations into water security challenges and solutions in the Mekong region.   \nPlease read the following sections carefully\, as they contain important information on eligibility and the application process.   \nOverview    \nLaunched in early 2021\, the Mekong Data Journalism Fellowship is an eight-month program providing journalists skills they need to turn data into powerful news stories that reflect the threats and potential solutions facing the Mekong River and 70 million people it supports.   \nTwo rounds of the fellowships are offered to journalists based in the Mekong River Basin\, which covers Cambodia\, Laos\, Myanmar\, Thailand and Vietnam. Round Two fellows will be selected from journalists who apply to this call for applications. Learn more about Round One Fellows here. If you applied last time and were not selected\, we strongly encourage you to try again this time. For Round Two\, 20 journalists will be selected  to explore water security issues along the Mekong River Basin.    \nOver the course of four months\, Fellows will learn how to find\, scrape\, clean and interview data as well as transform their findings into powerful human interest stories. These stories will raise awareness of water security challenges\, such as hydropower plant development\, and potential solutions in the Mekong region.     \nSelected Fellows will join a series of virtual seminars with experts in fields such as water management and geopolitics\, attend a part-time 40-hour face to face virtual data journalism training three days a week\, complete 40-hours of video tutorials and assignment\, and receive one-on-one mentorship support to produce a data-driven media story. Fellows will pitch stories based on topics aligned with the theme of this Fellowship. Exact dates and times of the trainings and seminars will be set later according to participating journalists’ schedules.   \nEligibility    \n\nApplicants must be nationals of one of the following countries: Myanmar\, Cambodia\, Laos\, Thailand or Vietnam.\nAs the data journalism training courses will be conducted in English (with Burmese language support) or Khmer\, applicants can select which language option training they want to join in the application form. They must be proficient in the language taught in the course and have some basic English skill to understand some English-language training materials that will be provided during the course. We will only be accepting applications in English\, Burmese or Khmer language.\nWe are seeking journalists (online\, print\, television\, radio\, multimedia) and other expert media practitioners with 2-3 years of journalism experience\, preferably including reporting on environmental issues in the Mekong region and with an interest in applying data journalism in their work. We do not require applicants to have prior data journalism experience.\nWe encourage applications from freelancers and staff of all types of media organizations – international\, national\, local and community-based. Freelance journalists will need to guarantee publication/broadcast and should identify the media outlet(s) through which they plan to distribute their stories.\n\nWhat you will get in return    \n\nUS$3000 per fellow to compensate for your time and cover story production and any costs related to the training or reporting. Fellows will receive the grant in instalments and will need to manage spending themselves.\nVirtual\, interactive seminars with global and regional experts on water security issues and river management and their impact on the environment and local communities.\nFree 40-hour live data journalism training and up to 40 hours of video tutorials and self-study materials. Each class will proceed from the one before so selected Fellows will need to commit to join each one. Fellows will be required to spend time outside the training hours to complete assignments and self-study.\nOne-on-one mentorship from a senior journalist throughout the story production process.\nOpportunity to network with regional journalists and experts and build up the source list\n\nFor the application process and other details\, please visit: https://earthjournalism.net/opportunities/mekong-data-journalism-fellowship-2021-round-two \nFellowship period: August to November 2021 \nSource: https://earthjournalism.net/opportunities/mekong-data-journalism-fellowship-2021-round-two \n
URL:https://seajunction.org/event/call-for-applications-mekong-data-journalism-fellowship-2021-round-two/
CATEGORIES:Opportunities
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