Southeast Asia’s cultural and social diversity is a defining strength of the region, yet persistent inequality continues to hinder inclusive and sustainable development. Marginalized groups face barriers in accessing quality education and essential services. The CPRN Summit 2026, themed “Bridging Research, Policy, and Practice”, seeks to strengthen cross-sector collaboration to generate practical solutions and measurable impact across Southeast Asia.
Bandung, 24 February 2026 — The Seven SEAMEO Centres in Indonesia (SCI) conducted a Follow-up Discussion on the Preparation of the SEAMEO Centres Policy Research Network (CPRN) Summit 2026 at the SEAMEO CECCEP Office in Lembang, West Bandung Regency. The meeting was part of ongoing coordination efforts among SEAMEO Centres in Indonesia to prepare for the SEAMEO CPRN Summit 2026, which is scheduled to take place on 9–11 June 2026 in Jakarta.
Build Regional Knowledge
Build Research Capacity
Create knowledge and evidence through research at local, national, regional and international levels
Support evidence-based policy development
Establish a platform to build in-house research capacity, Capacity Building of Professionals & Practitioners, Individuals, Institutions, Community, Conduct/ facilitate training, seminars, workshops, conferences, internships, exchange studies, etc.
Establish partnerships to enhance research capacity, Individuals, Research Institutions Academia, Disseminate research findings: social media campaigns, dialogues, research publications etc. Advocate research findings/ evidence to drive policy formulation and program design
