Upcoming events

We host a range of entertainment and events on Southeast Asia throughout the year

From film screenings to professional development workshops, seminars and book launches, our public events program features local and international experts on Southeast Asia.

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Defending Human Rights in Myanmar

Responding to the human rights crisis in Myanmar

Join our panel discussion to hear about the deteriorating human rights situation in Myanmar, and what can be done to help restore democracy.

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Human Rights and Business in Myanmar

Assessing the human rights impact of doing business in Myanmar

Join our panel discussion to understand the impact of Myanmar's political crisis on the country's economy, and what role the international business community and trade unions can play to protect human and labour rights.

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SSEAC Postgraduate Lunch

Please join us for our last SSEAC postgraduate lunch of the year! This is a casual, low-stakes gathering with no agenda other than meeting up to chat and enjoy some delicious food together before a well-deserved end-of-year break!

Close up photograph of colourful kerupuk on woven bamboo tray

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Indonesia Council Open Conference 2023

Indonesia 25 Years On

The Sydney Southeast Asia Centre at the University of Sydney and Humanitarian and Development Studies at Western Sydney University are proud to host the Indonesia Council Open Conference 2023.

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Indonesia Social Science Seminar Series (IS4)

Join us in the last week of each month on Zoom to hear from the world's best experts on Indonesia!

This virtual seminar series brings together social science experts from across the globe to discuss pressing issues facing Indonesia.

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Philippines Social Science Seminar Series (PhilS4)

Join us each month on Zoom to hear from the world's best experts on the Philippines.

This virtual seminar series brings together a diverse group of social scientists from across the globe with shared interests in the Philippines.

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Thailand Social Science Seminar Series (TS4)

Join us in the second week of each month on Zoom to hear from the world's best experts on Thailand

This virtual seminar series brings together social science experts from across the globe to discuss pressing issues facing Thailand.

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Past events

Our centre runs a number of events throughout the year in conjunction with industry, government, NGOs and community partners. Take a look at our past events for ideas on how you can get involved with our centre.