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ADPAN is a regional network committed to the abolition of the death penalty in the Asia Pacific. Reposts, likes, & replies are not necessarily endorsements.

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📢Sneak Peak! In collaboration with Monash University Malaysia and Eleos Justice, Monash Law, ADPAN is launching a new policy brief: "Roadmap to the Abolition of the Death Penalty for Drug Offences in Malaysia".
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Crafted through empirical in-depth legal analysis and stakeholder focus group discussions, this brief offers concrete recommendations towards a fairer, more accountable justice system. Designed for policy makers, decision-makers, and YOU!
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Curious to learn more? Save the date for the release of our report! #PolicyBrief #DeathPenaltyAbolition #Launch #SaveTheDate
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Our Board of Trustee member Toshi Kazama recently wrapped up an insightful panel discussion at @thammasat_uni (Rangsit Campus) exploring legal, societal, and social work perspectives on the death penalty. #Thammasat #SocialJustice #RestorativeJustice #DeathPenalty #HumanRights
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📢Invitation to Seminar: "Capital Punishment: Vengeance or Opportunity for Survival?" This panel discussion at @thammasat_uni will feature experts, including ADPAN Board of Trustee Member Toshi Kazama, examining the #deathpenalty, rehabilitation, and victim #advocacy.
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Key highlights: ⚫The death penalty fails as a effective deterrent ⚫Supporting victims' families changes perspectives ⚫DP for drug offenses isn't working & needs abolition
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Deep gratitude to the Faculty of Social Administration, all speakers, and all attendees for engaging in this essential conversation!
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On #WDADP at the monthly members’ meeting of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), our EC member Arshad Mehmood briefed members on the excessive use of the death penalty in Pakistan, fair trial concerns, and the global debate reignited by the Christa Pike case.
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He also highlighted cases involving gross miscarriages of justice, underscoring the irreversible consequences of wrongful convictions. He also briefly introduced the work of #ADPAN and its ongoing efforts to advance the abolition of the death penalty across Asia.
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In conjunction with #WorldDayAgainstTheDeathPenalty2026, we’re reflecting on the current state of capital punishment across the Asia-Pacific region. While the journey toward abolition sees meaningful victories, severe setbacks persist. Swipe to learn more.
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Threats to livestream firing squads. Christa Pike surviving two lethal injection doses. The #deathpenalty made a lot of noise last week. In ABC Religion & Ethics, I ask why this punitive practice persists 🔗 abc.net.au/religion/sara-kow… #WorldDayAgainstTheDeathPenalty #HumanRights

Has the case against the death penalty ever been clearer? - ABC Religion & Ethics

It’s ironic that the World Day Against the Death Penalty — which tells the stories of those whose voices have been silenced — fell at the end of a week when executions generated a lot of noise.

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ADPAN, CADP, and Migrante commemorate World Day Against the Death Penally with MJV and her Family. #MaryJaneVeloso #WDADP
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This follows her absolute pardon after being incarcerated for almost 15 years in Indonesia for drug trafficking, an offence she maintains she did not knowingly commit. They talked about her journey to freedom and plans for the future. More to share of ADPAN’s podcast soon!
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📖 On #WorldDayAgainstTheDeathPenalty, we are looking forward. Abolition comes through parliaments, courts and political leadership working together. Dr @leavides01’s new blog asks what has worked, and what it teaches us about the road ahead: monash.edu/law/research/eleo… @cpjp_org_au

Pathways to Abolition: The Death Penalty in Global Perspective

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Australia is a respected global leader on death penalty abolition. On #WorldDayAgainstTheDeathPenalty, CPJP's Ambassadors offer Ministers practical recommendations to ensure Australia's international crime cooperation never contributes to an execution. cpjp.org.au/news/ambassadors…

Australia: CPJP Ambassadors urge reform of international crime cooperation — Capital Punishment...

On World Day Against the Death Penalty, CPJP's Council of Ambassadors urges Australia to ensure international crime cooperation never contributes to executions overseas.

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Becoming an advocate for abolition doesn't happen overnight, but taking the first step is easier than you think! Check out our step-by-step guide on how you can become a (youth) abolitionist in Asia: #AbolitionistAsiaWorkshop
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BONUS STEP: Ready to put your passion into action? Apply for the 2026 Abolitionist Asia Workshop in Makati City, Metro Manila!
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Join aspiring youth abolitionists over two days (21–22 November 2026) to share skills, learn about campaign strategies, and build a powerful solidarity network across Asia-Pacific. 🔗 Apply here: bit.ly/2026AbolitionistAsiaW…
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