ASEAN Peoples' Forum

This weekend, October 18-20, 500 representatives from civil society groups of ASEAN member states will converge on the 2nd ASEAN Peoples’ Forum / 5th ASEAN Civil Society Conference, Cha-Am, Thailand, to dialogue with senior government officials on solutions to the urgent challenges confronting the region.

The APF/ACSC has been radically redesigned to allow for substantive dialogue between governments and civil society on the three ASEAN pillars – Political & Security, Economic and Socio-Cultural – as well as a fourth proposed by civil society: Environment.

The change in format is evidence of civil society’s resolve to take dialogue with ASEAN governments beyond an annual 30-minute interface with Heads of Government at the ASEAN Summit.

1. The online registration is now closed. As we have open for online registration for long days, the seats for APF participants are fully booked.
2. For the participants who have registered online and would wish to extend their stay at the Regent Beach, Cha-AM after APF activities on October 20, we are in pleasure to inform you that the Regent Hotel considered to maintain the promo rate of 1,800 Baht/night from the original 3,500 baht/night. The promo will last until October 22 as the hotel will have other reservations by October 23.

1. BEFORE YOU LEAVE

In case you would like APF Logistical team to fetch you up at Suwannaphumi airport (name of Bangkok Airport), please inform us way in advance about your airline, flight number, date and time of arrival. This information will help us in making arrangements for your reception and transportation from the airport to the training venue. Kindly send us this information either through e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and CC. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or calling at Thai mobile no. of Secretary Team

Montawadee Krutmechai(Mon) Mobile (66-83) 2922351
Aree Aporn (Aree) Mobile (6681) 4884231

8 October 2009 – Bangkok, Thailand

The ASEAN Youth Movement is organized by youth networks and civil society organizations from around the ASEAN region.  Youth activists, NGOs, students and social entrepreneurs have joined together to form a voice for social justice and sustainable development. We are currently focusing on three main issues: education, the environment and human rights.  We seek to develop a strong and active network to facilitate communication and coordination between ASEAN youth. We have members throughout ASEAN, with a strong presence in the Mekong sub-region.  Since early 2008, we have organized several youth camps and forums that have formed new relationships and strengthened our solidarity.  Last year’s ASEAN Youth Camp produced the first ASEAN Youth Statement. Read more...