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Women-Up Democracy Speakers

Women Up Democracy

Women-Up Democracy

Introduction

Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Southeast & East Asia are teaming up with Westminster Foundation for Democracy to bring you an inspiring event dedicated to empowering female leaders across Southeast and East Asia!

Join us for Women-Up Democracy as we bring together female politicians and aspiring leaders from Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Korea, and Indonesia. Together, we’ll tackle the challenges faced by women in politics, share best practices and build a stronger network for future leaders.

Meet our Speakers

Founder of Thai Youth Coalition for Social Impact.

Suchi
Master of Ceremonies - Suchada Hnoonpakdee

Opening and Welcome Remarks

Regional Programme Manager, Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Southeast and East Asia

Thekla
Opening Remarks - Thekla Ebbert

Country Director, Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), Thailand

Muay
Welcoming Remarks - Katchada Prommachan (Muay)

 Spokesperson, Liberal Party of the Philippines Former Senator, Republic of the Philippines

Leila
Video Keynote Speech - Leila De Lima

Morning Panel Discussion

Time: 10.30 – 12.00

A sharing session featuring prominent female politicians, where they will recount their personal challenges and the inspiring strategies they used to overcome them.

Journalist and News Presenter at BBC News

Panisa
Moderator - Panisa Aemocha

World Democracy Cafe

Time: 10.30 – 12.00

Participants will have the chance to engage in discussions at three different tables. After the rotations, facilitators will present a summary of each table's discussion. Our topics include: 

  • Mentorship and Networking for Female Politicians

  • Combating Gender-Based Violence in Politics

  • Work-life Balance in Political Careers

  • Media Representation of Women Politicians

  • Advancing Gender-sensitive policies

Regional Programme Manager, Westminster Foundation for Democracy Thailand

Air
Facilitator - Chompunut Chalieobun

University lecturer at Thammasat University

Wasin
Facilitator - Wasin Punthong

Programme Manager and Researcher for Women Research Institute

Benita Nastami
Facilitator - Benita Nastami

Treasurer for LEAD UP Malaysia

Yogeswary
Facilitator - Yogeswary Veelo

Closing Remarks

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Women-Up Democracy

Women Up Democracy

Join us on October 28 at the Chatrium Grand Bangkok for Women Up Democracy! Connect with female politicians and aspiring leaders from across Asia, share experiences, and explore solutions for political empowerment.

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