In this February 2024 Edition of the AROSP Newsletter, we delve into the multifaceted challenges shaping our world, from the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic to the urgent need for socio-economic justice amidst global crises. We explore the intricate interplay between social protection, gender dynamics, and the informal economy, particularly focusing on the agrifood sector across South and Southeast Asia.
In the face of the pandemic's disruptions to social activism, AROSP persevered, navigating challenges to reassert its mission in 2023. Our network has been actively expanding, fostering collaborations to address pressing issues such as maternity protection. In particular, the “Maternity protection in the Asian Agrifood sector” research is part of the gender mainstreaming strategy to strengthen the gender perspective of our research and of AROSP more generally. You can find brief reports from all the participating country teams in this Newsletter.
This Newsletter also recaps our participation in the Convergence Space on Integrated Approaches to Socio-Economic Justice under the Asian Peoples Forum (APF) 2023, and reflections of AROSP members on their activities during the year.
Enjoy the read,
AMRC