The Asia Foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, and open Asia-Pacific region. The Foundation supports programs in Asia that help improve governance and law, economic reform and development, women`s empowerment, and international relations.



The Foundation collaborates with private and public partners to support leadership and institutional development, exchanges, and policy research.



The Asia Foundation works to promote participatory, accountable, and transparent governance and strengthen the rule of law.



Human rights workers regularly manage highly sensitive information such as eyewitness accounts, case details, and incriminating images.

The advancement of women’s rights and the full participation of women in society has been a central program goal of The Asia Foundation. The Foundation is a leader in designing and implementing programs to improve the social, economic, and political rights and opportunities of women.