Dear esteemed colleagues and members of our network,
Welcome to the October 2024 Edition of the SEAN-CSO Newsletter. This edition delves into the pressing challenges civil society organisations (CSOs), academics, and practitioners committed to combating violent extremism and fostering peace in Southeast Asia face.
In this issue, we highlight the insights and outcomes from a transformative workshop in Yogyakarta in August, where CSOs from across the region gathered to exchange experiences and strengthen community-based rehabilitation and reintegration strategies. The discussions underscored collaboration’s critical role in ensuring sustainable solutions for communities impacted by violent extremism. We also explore the broader outlook for extremism in Southeast Asia, focusing on the evolving global and regional dynamics.
As you read through, we encourage reflection on the role of CSOs in shaping local and regional approaches to preventing extremism and the importance of community-driven initiatives in promoting peace. Our contributor’s article on rehabilitation and reintegration further delves into how these efforts can serve as foundational strategies in achieving not just the absence of conflict but also positive peace, defined by justice, harmony, and inclusivity.
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SEAN-CSO provides a platform for civil society organisations in Southeast Asia to network and share resources. Through this network, members can support each other, share knowledge, and coordinate efforts to address the region’s social challenges. In doing so, SEAN-CSO contributes to strengthening the voice of civil society at both regional and international levels.