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
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)