What is the APF Community?
The APF Community is an online space designed to support collaboration and knowledge-sharing among participants in APF training courses. This community enables members to ask questions, share insights, and stay connected beyond the duration of their courses. It serves as a hub for ongoing discussions, resources, and peer learning, fostering a strong network of human rights practitioners across the Asia-Pacific region.
Community Guidelines
The APF Community Guidelines ensure a respectful, inclusive, and productive space for collaboration. Members are expected to engage professionally, respect diverse perspectives, and maintain confidentiality when discussing sensitive topics. Contributions should be relevant, constructive, and aligned with the community’s purpose of supporting human rights learning and practice. Harassment, hate speech, and promotional content are not permitted. Moderators may remove inappropriate content to maintain a positive environment.
Our story
Founded in 1996, the APF has created a strong and united platform that brings together National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) from all corners of the Asia Pacific to address some of the most serious human rights challenges in our region. Drawing on 25 years of human rights experience, a commitment to innovation and an outcomes-based approach to our work, our expertise lies in supporting the establishment of NHRIs and strengthening the capacity of our members to carry out their vital work.
We also work closely with governments, civil society organisations, regional human rights bodies, and the international community to build strong partnerships and strengthen the impact of our members as they work to build fair, inclusive, and resilient communities. From five founding members, the APF membership has expanded to 26 NHRIs. Our network now supports over 4000 dedicated human rights defenders who work tirelessly on the ground to protect the rights of those most vulnerable.
Through the sustained and dedicated efforts of our members, the APF is helping to build an Asia Pacific where everyone can enjoy their human rights.