Collaborating and sharing knowledge Our members are committed to sharing experiences, exchanging information and working collaboratively to address common human rights challenges. In 2023-24 we facilitated dialogues and took part in a wide range of events across the region. APF Virtual Dialogue on Digitalisation, Emerging Technologies, and Human Rights In April 2024 we continued our Virtual Dialogue Series and hosted a dialogue on human rights and digitalisation and emerging technologies, in collaboration with the NHRI of Mongolia and the Geneva Academy. The event featured presentations from the NHRIs of Jordan, Mongolia, Nepal, and the Philippines. The dialogue examined the opportunities and risks that digital technologies, especially artificial intelligence, present to human rights. It underscored the importance of using technology responsibly, as emphasised in the Delhi Declaration, adopted by APF members at the 28th Annual General Meeting. The Declaration calls for a unified approach to tackle these challenges and promote inclusive development. APF Stakeholder Meetings in Taiwan In July 2023, we presented at the 20th Anniversary of the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy in Taipei. The APF was honoured to receive the Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award from the Foundation in 2022. The conference was inaugurated by the President of Taiwan and featured presentations from local and international participants. During our visit, we also engaged with the Human Rights Commission of Taiwan and key civil society organisations. Taiwan International Conference on Human Rights Development In November 2023, the Human Rights Commission of Taiwan hosted a conference focusing on climate change and NHRIs. The APF delivered keynote speeches on MEAL support for members and our engagement in environmental rights. A follow-up visit from the Taiwanese delegation to the APF took place in February 2024. Korea-Philippines-APF regional workshop on older persons In August 2023, we co-facilitated a workshop in Manila focused on the human rights of older persons, in collaboration with the NHRIs of Korea and the Philippines. The event concluded with a call to action to strengthen NHRI advocacy for older persons’ rights in the Asia Pacific region. Attendees included senior representatives from A-status NHRIs from various countries. APF Virtual Dialogue on Digitalisation, Emerging Technologies, and Human Rights, hosted by the APF in collaboration with the National Human Rights Commission of Mongolia 30 Webinar on Autism Awareness and the Role of NHRIs, hosted by the APF in collaboration with the Oman National Human Rights Commission APF Annual Report 2023-24