ASEAN Civil Society Conference/ASEAN Peoples' Forum 2018
Empowering Peoples’ Solidarity Against All Forms of Discrimination
Engagement Modalities and Guiding Principles
ACSC/APF aims to provide a safe platform for the exchange of perspectives and to give visible voice. Given the potential sensitivities of discussions during the conference, we strive to keep our collaborative convergence spaces as free-flowing and unhindered as possible and we seek your cooperation to ensure that respectfulness, comfort and consideration are exercised as fully as you desire that others allow you likewise.
As co-creators of content in our various discussion spaces, a safe environment free from prejudice, harassment, bullying, intimidation or oppressive tactics in any form is essential in engendering trust, compassion, empathy and solidarity. We request that all exchanges, dialogue and discussions be kept civil, respectful and accommodating of different viewpoints and beliefs.
While there may be official event photography, we wish to urge participants to let the Local Organising Committee know if you do not wish to be photographed. Please note that we have a strict policy against unauthorised audio-visual acts that could potentially put our delegates at risk.
The following engagement modalities and principles will apply at ACSC/APF 2018:
OPENING DOORS – provide a platform for more people to be involved.
PARTICIPATION – engage as many groups and grassroots communities as genuine partners.
CONSULTATIVE DIALOGUE – inclusive engagement in the dialogue process.
COALITION BUILDING – provide opportunities to build consensus with members of different networks.
CONSENSUS – build consensus and mutual respect of ideas in the spirit of democratic decision-making.
CITIZEN SPACES – provide spaces for common people to voice their issues.
RESPECT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY – respect differences in opinion, representation of people/issues, be open to learning and engaging with differences.
NON-VIOLENCE – reject the promotion of violence or incitement of hatred.
Guiding Principles:
HUMAN RIGHTS – to adhere to international human rights principles and standards as enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and other international laws and statements.
DEMOCRACY – to respect the principle of democratic process.
GOOD GOVERNANCE – to be participatory, consultative and have genuine engagement and dialogue.
RULE OF LAW – to adhere to the rule of law.
NON-DISCRIMINATION – to respect that everyone has equal voice irrespective of race, religion, sex, gender, social opinion and other status.
NON-RETROGRESSIVE/PROGRESSIVE/EVOLUTIONARY – not to regress in terms of human rights and to be updated with current standards in exercising human rights principles.
COMMITMENT TO SPREAD AWARENESS ON ASEAN – to socialise ASEAN to member constituents.