Agenda | 12th Asia Pro Bono Conference

The following is an outline overview of the dates and times for the sessions.  Please note in addition to these core sessions there may be additional sessions and activities outside these times and dates.

*To see more details of each session, please click on the respective session name and it will bring you to a new page, which lists the session description and the presenter(s).

Disclaimer: Session schedules are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Presenters/facilitators are expected to be available for the entire Conference in case of necessary adjustments. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.

All times are in local time UTC+8

1 December 2023

Time

Sessions

7.30 – 8.30

Registration

8.30 – 10.00

Opening Ceremony

Grand Ballroom

Interpretation

10.30 – 12.00

The Evolution of Empowering Pro Bono

Grand Ballroom

Interpretation

13.30 – 15.00

Progressing SDGs in Asia: Maximising Legal Pro Bono

Mediterranean Room

Interpretation

From Inequality to Equality: The Importance of Pro Bono in Criminal Justice and Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare

Artic I

How ESGs and Pro Bono Work Together

Artic II

Interpretation

Pro Bono Cross Border Litigation for Migrant Workers’ Cases: Issues and Challenges

Artic III

15.30 – 17.00

Innovative Approaches and Emerging Areas of Refugee Rights Pro Bono

Mediterranean Room

The Role of Fellowships in Promoting Pro Bono Lawyering in South Asia

Artic I

Legal Empowerment and Pro Bono Synergy: Overcoming and Closing Access to Justice Gaps for Grassroots and Marginalized Communities

Artic II

Interpretation

A Jam Session: Engagement of Pro Bono Initiatives with Youth and New Actors

Artic III

Interpretation

17.00 – 17.30

Dinner Event Announcement and Logistics

19.00

Conference Justice Cultural Dinner 1

Grand Ballroom

2 December 2023

8.30 – 10.00

2023 Asia Pro Bono Roundtable Quarter 4 – Student Pro Bono

Mediterranean Room

Interpretation

10.30 – 12.00

The Role of Bar Associations in Supporting Pro Bono

Mediterranean Room

Interpretation

Public Interest Lawyering at the Regional Level: Knowledge Sharing and Network-Building

Artic I

Combating SGBV through Pro Bono and Legal Aid and Paralegal Supports

Artic II

Pro Bono Through Legal Clinic in Universities

Artic III

Interpretation

13.30 – 15.00

How Law Firms Can Promote Pro Bono Initiatives and Access to Justice – A Case Study with White & Case

Mediterranean Room

Interpretation

Organising a Pro Bono Week in Your Jurisdiction

Artic I

Interpretation

How to Promote Asian Pro Bono Network of “Business and Human Rights” for Human Security in Asia: A New Approach to Protection (by Access to Remedy through Grievance Mechanism) and Empowerment (by Access to Education and Work) of Refugees by Multi-stakeholders’ Network

Artic II

Integrating Pro Bono into the Law Curriculum: The University of Phayao School of Law’s Street Law Clinic Experience

Artic III

Interpretation

15.30 – 17.00

Serious Criminal Offence Sentencing Mitigation Strategies and the Role of Pro Bono

Mediterranean Room

Interpretation

Pro Bono and Access to Justice Partnerships: Public, Private, and People

Artic I

Interpretation

Re-Humanizing Victims Of Sexual Exploitation Through Home Industry And Legal Literacy Activities

Artic II

Role of Clearing Houses in an Evolving Ecosystem

Artic III

17.00 – 17.30

Logistics Announcement

19.00

Conference Dinner 2

Fili Hotel – NUSTAR Resort

3 December 2023

6.00 – 7.00

Global Pro Bono Move

 

If you are going to move, why not move for JUSTICE!

Run Walk Jog Move together

Lagoon Garden, Waterfront Hotel

8.30 – 10.00

Nurturing Future Public Interest Lawyers Through Competitions and Social Change Projects – Exploring its Regional Potential

Mediterranean Room

Righting The Wrongs Of Unjust Drug Laws: The Need For Gender-Sensitive And Community-Led Approaches

Artic I

Interpretation

Breaking Barriers: Pro Bono Services for Access to Justice for People with Disabilities

Artic II

Interpretation

“Access to Justice” – A Film Inspired by True Stories

Artic III

10.30 – 12.00

Empowering Future Legal Professionals: Showcasing a Successful Collaborative Pro Bono Initiative in Justice Education

Mediterranean Room

Interpretation

Righting the Wrongs of Unjust Drug Laws: The Need For Gender-Sensitive and Community-Led Approaches

Artic I

Interpretation

Juvenile Justice Pro Bono: Enhancing Legal and Social Support for Youth and Families

Artic II

Pro Bono Lawyering and Access to Justice for Climate Displacement

Artic III (Virtual Session)

13.30 – 15.00

Strategic Pro Bono Program for Environmental Advocates in the Digital Age

Mediterranean Room

Ensuring Access to Justice in Climate-Impacted Riverine Chars of Bangladesh

Artic I

Representation at the Intersection of Culture and Trauma: Lessons from the Field

Artic II

Interpretation

Pro Bono and Access to Justice for Refugees and Forcefully Displaced Persons: A Special Focus on Afghan Refugees in UK and Pakistan

Artic III (Virtual Session)

15.30 – 17.30

Closing Ceremony