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"I take solace in the fact that the causes for this rupturing moment across the world is not a breakaway for progress but rather a rupture to take us back into time."

Our ED Sivananthi Thanenthiran speaks of hope during these trying times in her letter to feminists.

Read here: bit.ly/464qVTc
A close-up portrait of an elderly woman with her hands resting against her cheeks, looking directly at the camera. Overlaid on the image is a quote in white text: "There is a crack in everything, that's how the light gets in" attributed to Sivananthi Thanenthiran. A pink gradient fades up from the bottom. There is the ARROW logo on the top right.
February 13, 2026 at 7:34 AM
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📢📢APPLY NOW

Join this workshop as we focus on strengthening community capacity, enhancing knowledge on health information, safety, and access to inclusive services.

Details👇
📅Date: 3-4 March 2026
🔗Registration link: forms.gle/sQcPDDov4sP4...
An infographic for a "Community Leadership Workshop on Strengthening Health Information, Safety, and Access to Services in Kuala Lumpur." The top half of the image features purple text on a light pink, semi-transparent background, through which a blurred photo of a group of people can be seen. The text invites people to "learn, share, and strengthen action on SRHR and inclusive access to services." The middle of the image has two bright pink boxes: one on the left that reads "3-4 March 2026" and one on the right that reads "Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia." Below these buttons, the text "REGISTER TODAY!" is written in purple. The bottom of the image is white and features three logos: the "ARROW" logo, the "Gender Equality Initiative in Malaysia" logo, and the European Union flag.
February 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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The #UN80 reform will reshape the UN for years to come. Decisions being made now are a defining opportunity to protect and strengthen Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) through clear institutional safeguards. This is a critical moment.
A graphic with a green and purple brushstroke background. The top green section features white bold text that reads: "STRENGTHENING SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & RIGHTS IN THE UN80 REFORM PROCESS," with the ampersand highlighted in an orange circle. The bottom purple section states: "A call to action from 525 organisations from the global south." At the bottom is the logo for the "GLOBAL SOUTH COALITION SRHR & DEVELOPMENT for JUSTICE."
February 9, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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How can civil society support Member States and the United Nations?

At the 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (#CSocD64), ARROW's Shamala Chandrasekaran made this intervention on behalf of ARROW and the NGO Committee for Social Development.

#EveryoneIncluded
February 9, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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From 18-20 February, over 700 young people from across Asia and the Pacific are coming together to shape their agenda, asks, and vision for sustainable development at the APFSD Youth Forum 2026.

Let's talk about the APFSD Youth Forum 2026 and its importance today✌️(1/2)

#APFSDYouth2026 #APFSD
A blue and white graphic with the APFSD (Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development) Youth Forum 2026 logo at the top. The central text is inside a white speech bubble and reads, "Let’s talk about the APFSD Youth Forum 2026 in six posters!" Below the bubble is a white triple-arrow icon. At the bottom, several organization logos are listed under "Co-convened by," "In collaboration," and "In partnership". The heading at the top features the APFSD logo. Large blue and black text reads: "The Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Forum is a regional platform that brings together young people from across Asia and the Pacific to lead the progress towards sustainable development." In the bottom right, a young woman in a white jacket smiles while holding the APFSD Youth Forum 2025 Call to Action. The text states: "The Forum is an annual convening of young people before the Intergovernmental APFSD. At the Youth Forum, young people drive conversations and set their agenda for sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific." A photo in the bottom right shows a young woman with long dark hair speaking into a microphone. The text reads: "Youth perspectives, lived experiences, and solutions are critical to achieving the 2030 Agenda. The Youth Forum ensures meaningful engagement of young people in regional decision-making spaces." A photo in the bottom right features a young man in a green suit and tie smiling while holding a microphone.
February 3, 2026 at 1:17 PM
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All for social development ✨

Last week, ARROW participated in a dialogue with Member States ahead of the 64th Session of the Commission for Social Development (CSoCD).

Convened as a moderated roundtable discussion, the dialogue brought together civil society, the UN, and Member States. (1/2)
Civil society, the United Nations , and Member States at the dialogue. Civil society, the United Nations , and Member States pose for a group picture.at the dialogue.
February 1, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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📢 ARROW is attending the 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64) from 2-10 February 2026.

Learn about the #CSocD64, its importance and ARROW's statement in six informative posters ✌️

Read the full statement here: docs.un.org/en/E/CN.5/20...

#EveryoneIncluded
A purple digital poster with pink accents. At the top right is the "arrow" logo. The central text asks: "What is 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64)?" Below, it notes: "6 posters to tell you what it is and ARROW’s recommendations for social development." A purple poster with a pink header titled "SETTING CONTEXT." The text explains that the Commission for Social Development (CSocD) focuses on promoting social progress, tackling global social challenges, monitoring social policies, and creating a platform for dialogue. A purple poster with a pink header titled "WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE CSocD64?" The text states that decisions made here will shape social policies for millions. It notes that world leaders, civil society, and experts are gathering to focus on a sustainable, just, and inclusive future. A purple poster with a pink header titled "WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE CSocD64?" The text identifies the priority theme as "Advancing Social Development and Social Justice through coordinated, equitable policies" and the emerging issue as "eradicating poverty and ensuring dignity through resilient care and support systems."
January 30, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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An expanded Global Gag Rule (GGR) can potentially restrict access of millions to the highest attainable standards of health, including abortion care and restrict the advancement of gender equality and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the Global South.

Full statement: bit.ly/3ZEg6nb
An image titled "Resist the Gag: We cannot let the Trump Administration take away our rights." The graphic features a white text box on the left against a purple-tinted background of young women at a protest. Underneath the main title, it reads: "ARROW-SAIGE Statement on Expansion of the Global Gag Rule (GGR)." At the bottom, yellow text with a red arrow pointing to the right, asking to swipe right, says, "Here is what you should know." Two white text boxes featuring news headlines from CNN and The Associated Press. The CNN headline reads: "Trump administration is expanding ‘Mexico City’ abortion policy to also ban funding for NGOs that it says promote DEI". The Associated Press headline reads: "Trump administration to block foreign aid from those promoting abortion, DEI and gender identity". At the bottom, a red arrow points to the right asking to swipe right. A black graphic with a purple highlight strip. White text reads: "The recent expansion of the Global Gag Rule (GGR) potentially extends to all United States (US) foreign assistance and further restricts the advancement of gender equality, as well as diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives." At the bottom, a red arrow points to the right asking to swipe right. A black graphic with a purple highlight strip. White text reads: "This is an extension of US’s current anti-rights, anti-women, anti-poor, and anti-abortion propaganda risking the health, rights, dignity and lives of millions worldwide." At the bottom, a red arrow points to the right asking to swipe right.
January 29, 2026 at 12:36 PM
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DEADLINE TOMORROW: 🚨🚨Calling young people from Myanmar and Nepal!

Leading up to the Women Deliver (WD) 2026, ARROW is hosting the 'InterSEXionality' webinar series.

Apply: forms.gle/AcVVo4JV2iGS...
⏰ 10 January 2026
Eligibility: Open to young people from Nepal or Myanmar below 30 years of age.
A flyer for the "InterSEXionality Webinar Series ahead of the Women Deliver 2026 (WD2026)" conference organised by ARROW. The flyer states that "Do not miss an opportunity for scholarships to the Women Deliver 2026 Conference (WD2026). The application deadline is 10 January 2026. The design features a purple background with pink banners, a large illustration of a glowing yellow lightbulb, and logos for ARROW and COJAS-Bénin at the bottom.
January 9, 2026 at 10:03 AM
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🚨🚨Are you a young person from Myanmar or Nepal? APPLY NOW.

Leading up to the Women Deliver (WD) 2026, ARROW is hosting the 'InterSEXionality' webinar series.

Apply: forms.gle/AcVVo4JV2iGS...
Deadline: 10 January 2026
Eligibility: Open to young people from Nepal or Myanmar below 30 years of age.
A flyer for the "InterSEXionality Webinar Series" ahead of the Women Deliver 2026 (WD2026) conference organised by ARROW. The flyer states that webinar attendees have an opportunity to apply for scholarships to the conference. The application deadline is 10 January 2026. The design features a purple background with pink banners, a large illustration of a glowing yellow lightbulb, and logos for ARROW and COJAS-Bénin at the bottom.
January 5, 2026 at 11:16 AM
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🚨🚨Calling young people from Myanmar and Nepal!

Leading up to the Women Deliver (WD) 2026, ARROW is hosting the 'InterSEXionality' webinar series.

Apply here: forms.gle/AcVVo4JV2iGS...
Deadline: 10 January 2026
Eligibility: Open to young people from Nepal or Myanmar below 30 years of age.
A flyer for the "InterSEXionality Webinar Series" ahead of the Women Deliver 2026 (WD2026) conference organised by ARROW. The flyer states that webinar attendees have an opportunity to apply for scholarships to the conference. Scholarship eligibility requirements include: - Must be from Nepal or Myanmar. - Must be below 30 years of age. - Must actively participate in the "InterSEXionality" webinar series. The application deadline is 10 January 2026. The design features a purple background with pink banners, a large illustration of a glowing yellow lightbulb, and logos for ARROW and COJAS-Bénin at the bottom.
December 26, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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🚨 Have you checked your email?

All applicants (18-30 years) selected for in-person participation on full-funded and self-funded basis have been notified via email. The selected participants for online participation will be notified by mid-January 2026.

#APFSDYouth2026 APFSD Youth Forum 2026
An announcement flyer for the APFSD Youth Forum 2026, which is scheduled for 18-20 February in Bangkok, Thailand. The flyer features a blue background with a map of the Asia-Pacific region and the text "Update #2" in a large, white frame. The main message states: "All applicants (18-30 years) selected for in-person participation on full-funded and self-funded basis have been notified via email. The selected participants for online participation will be notified by mid-January 2026."
December 23, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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ARROW is looking for another CONSULTANT!!!📢

We are calling for Expression of Interest (EOI) for a Project Mid-Term Evaluation Consultant for “Strengthening Capacities Towards Inclusive Development Pathways: A Crucial Pivot To Development in Malaysia”.

Apply: arrow.org.my/careers/eoi-...

#jobalert
A graphic on a violet background with the ARROW logo in the top left. Large pink text reads "APPLY NOW!" followed by the text: "Call for Expression of Interest (EOI)" and "Project Mid-Term Evaluation Consultant (Gender Equality Initiative - Phase 2)." At the bottom, the deadline is listed as 30 December 2025.
December 17, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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ARROW is looking for a CONSULTANT!!! 📢

We are looking for a consultant for the Development of a Regional Advocacy Brief for the 59th session of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD).

Apply here: arrow.org.my/careers/deve...

#jobalert
A violet graphic featuring the ARROW logo in the top left corner. Large pink text reads "APPLY NOW!" followed by white text stating: "We are seeking a consultant for the development of regional advocacy brief for the 59th session of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD59)." At the bottom, a pink box labeled "Deadline" sits above the date "27 December 2025." The background features a subtle repeating pattern of female symbols.
December 15, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Update on the APFSD Youth Forum 2026 applications ✨✨

We are in the process of reviewing applications. We will notify selected participants by the end of this week.

Thank you for your patience.

#APFSDYouth2026
A blue informational graphic for the APFSD Youth Forum 2026 featuring a faint map of the Asia-Pacific region in the background. The top displays the APFSD logo and text reading "APFSD: Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development," followed by "Youth Forum 2026, 18-20 February | Bangkok, Thailand." The center contains a message inside a white border: "Update. We are in the process of reviewing applications. We will notify selected participants by the end of this week. Thank you for your patience."
December 15, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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📢 Presenting to you the NEW ARROW for Change on resisting the anti-rights: arrow.org.my/publication/...

This issue of ARROW for Change (AFC) examines accelerating interconnected crises.
December 10, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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On Human Rights Day, we make a call to decriminalise abortion and ensure access to safe, affordable, and comprehensive abortion care within just and inclusive health systems free from all forms of violence.

#16Days #16DaysofActivism
A pink graphic featuring the ARROW and Saige logos. The heading reads, "Did You Know?" followed by the text: "Gender-based violence (GBV) leads to harmful impacts on the reproductive health of women and girls across their life course." A pink graphic featuring the ARROW and Saige logos. The heading reads, "Did You Know?" followed by the text: "Increased intimate partner violence lead to more unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions, increased risks of complications and maternal deaths take place." A pink graphic featuring the ARROW and Saige logos. The heading reads, "Did You Know?" followed by the text: "States which criminalise abortion and limit abortion access also perpetuate violence by risking the health of pregnant persons who are denied safe and legal abortions." A pink graphic featuring the ARROW and Saige logos. The heading reads, "What can we do?" followed by the text: "Let’s call all States to decriminalise abortion and ensure access to safe, affordable, and comprehensive abortion care within just and inclusive health systems free from violence."
December 10, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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🚨🚨 HAPPENING TOMORROW!!

DATE: 10 December 2025 | Human Rights Day
TIME: 3.30 PM – 5 PM Malaysia / 2.30 PM – 4PM Thailand / 1.15 PM – 2:45 PM Nepal / 7.30 AM – 9 AM UK / 10.30 AM – 12 PM Kenya / 7.30 PM – 9 PM Fiji
𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Poster for the Asian-Pacific Resource & Research Centre for Women (ARROW) event. Title: Launch of the ARROW for Change on Resisting the Anti-Rights: Building Inclusive Movements, Enabling Feminist Agenda setting Beyond 2030 in Asia and the Pacific. Details: 10 December 2025 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Malaysian Time | Venue: ZOOM. Speakers (with affiliations): Sivananthi Thanenthiran (ARROW), Dr. Ayesha Khan (ODI Global), Ishani Cordeiro (Women Enabled International), Phyu Nwe Win (WOSSO Fellow | APFSD Youth Scholar), Sanyulandy Leowalu (YGSI), and Menka Goundan (ARROW).
December 9, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Today we highlight Sri Lanka, where new research by Women's Action Network and Sisterhood Initiative reveals how silence, secrecy, and social pressure sustain FGM/C.

Digital advocacy is now helping break that silence, connecting women across regions and generations.

#EndFGMCAsia #16Days2025
December 8, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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🚨Introducing the speakers for the 'ARROW for Change' launch on Human Rights Day!

📅 10 December 2025
⏰ 3.30 PM – 5 PM Malaysia / 2.30 PM – 4PM Thailand / 1.15 PM – 2:45 PM Nepal / 7.30 AM – 9 AM UK / 10.30 AM – 12 PM Kenya / 7.30 PM – 9 PM Fiji
🔗 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Poster for the Asian-Pacific Resource & Research Centre for Women (ARROW) event. Title: Launch of the ARROW for Change on Resisting the Anti-Rights: Building Inclusive Movements, Enabling Feminist Agenda setting Beyond 2030 in Asia and the Pacific. Details: 10 December 2025 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Malaysian Time | Venue: ZOOM. Speakers (with affiliations): Sivananthi Thanenthiran (ARROW), Dr. Ayesha Khan (ODI Global), Ishani Cordeiro (Women Enabled International), Phyu Nwe Win (WOSSO Fellow | APFSD Youth Scholar), Sanyulandy Leowalu (YGSI), and Menka Goundan (ARROW).
December 5, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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Together with the Bridgespan, India team, the Kaleidoscope Collective revisited their own organisational readiness for reproductive health systems support work!

#KaleidoscopeCollective
The facilitator speaks during the session as the Kaleidoscope partners listen on. The attendees engage during the session.
December 5, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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🚨🚨 Join our 'ARROW for Change' launch on Human Rights Day!

DATE: 10 December 2025 | Human Rights Day
TIME: 3.30 PM – 5 PM Malaysia / 2.30 PM – 4PM Thailand / 1.15 PM – 2:45 PM Nepal / 7.30 AM – 9 AM UK / 10.30 AM – 12 PM Kenya / 7.30 PM – 9 PM Fiji
𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
A purple event poster titled "Launch of the ARROW for Change on Resisting the Anti-Rights," with the subheading "Building Inclusive Movements, Enabling Feminist Agenda setting Beyond 2030 in Asia and the Pacific." The top left displays the ARROW logo (Asian-Pacific Resource & Research Centre for Women). Event details are listed in pink boxes: Date is 10 December 2025, the venue is ZOOM, and time 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Malaysian Time. A "REGISTER NOW" button is circled in the lower left. The bottom right corner features an image of the publication cover.
December 3, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Resource hubs to learn more about Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE)🙌🙌

Be a part of our #CSE4ALL campaign: forms.gle/FcyBcZDqo4Mr...

#16DaysOfActivism (1/2)
On a purple background is the text "Where to access Comprehensive Sexuality Education online?" At the bottom is "Let’s list five resource hubs to access such resources✌️" with an arrow sign which is asking the user to swipe to read more. On a pink background is the text "Sex, Body, and Health videos by The Swedish Association for Sexuality Education (RFSU)" with a screenshot of the website at the bottom. On a pink background is the text "AMAZE" with the screenshot of the website at the bottom. On a pink background is the text "Love Matters - A collective content bank and collaborative space for digital SRHR content creation" with the screenshot of the website at the bottom.
December 1, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Asia Network to End FGM/C Member and Co-Founder of End FGC Singapore, Saza Faradilla uses spoken word to reclaim her body and voice after experiencing Female Genital Cutting as a child.

Watch her powerful video as part of our #16Days2025 campaign.

#16Days #EndFGMCAsia #UNiTE #16DaysofActivism
November 30, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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✨✨ A huge thank you to everyone ✨✨

We are very grateful to have received such an amazing response to the APFSD Youth Forum 2026 Call for Applications!!

✅ 2,121 applications received from 47 countries across Asia and the Pacific

✅ 466 Abstracts received

#APFSDYouth2026
An infographic poster on a blue background with a stylised map of the Asia-Pacific region. The main text reads "APFSD - Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development Youth Forum 2026 18-20 February | Bangkok, Thailand" "Thank You!" Below the main title are four key statistics: 2121 Applications from 47 Asia and the Pacific Countries, and 466 Abstracts from 26 Asia and the Pacific Countries. A pink banner at the bottom states: Selected applicants will be informed by 15 December 2025. At the very bottom are the logos of the organisations that are co-convening, collaborating, and partnering for the event.
November 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM