Naina: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Asia Pacific is home to around 4.3 billion people, making it the largest region in the world. With a place as big and diverse as Asia Pacific, we often face complicated challenges that seem too difficult to overcome. But at AVPN, we believe that when we work together, even small steps can lead to big changes. We have over 600 members who all want to make things better, like helping kids go to school or making sure people can see a doctor when they're sick. Imagine if each and every one of them are able to learn from one another and work together—that is what we facilitate at AVPN.
Gabriel: Thanks for having me, Spiffy. Politize! is a Brazilian civil society organization that produces free and unbiased content and campaigns for civic education on the Internet, trains civic leaders to be capable of solving public problems, and trains teachers to educate young people in the process of becoming engaged citizens at schools. Our ultimate goal is to improve the political culture and participation in our country, countering misinformation and authoritarianism, while strengthening democracy.
Maya: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Basketball is the only sport that since its creation has been completely inclusive and diverse. Recognizing the transformative power of it, we use the game of basketball to empower and promote gender equality, build self-confidence, and foster skills among women and girls. By providing access to sports programs, mentorship, and support networks, we aim to create an inclusive and empowering environment where women and girls can thrive. In doing so, we provide communities with a host of social service programs including those impacting, health, education, and socio-economic advancement.
