B Ec (Hons)/B A (Asian Studies), PhD
Breastfeeding cannot thrive without strong systems and rights-based protections. On the final day, the conference will focus on building inclusive health systems, workplaces, and legal frameworks that enable mothers to breastfeed without barriers. Participants will examine maternity protection, workplace support, and ethical partnerships—culminating in a roadmap for regional reforms. The day will close with a unifying call to action: advancing equity, dignity, and systemic support for breastfeeding families across Southeast Asia.
Full Schedule: Day 3
Climate change and recurring disasters place breastfeeding mothers and infants on the frontlines of vulnerability. This day highlights breastfeeding as both a survival strategy and a sustainable, climate-friendly practice. Sessions will address IYCF in emergencies, integration into disaster preparedness, and regional innovations in resilience. By linking ecological justice with infant feeding, the discussions will frame breastfeeding as an essential pillar in Southeast Asia’s climate adaptation and sustainability agendas.
Full Schedule: Day 2