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About ASHELF

Reimagining the Future of Higher Education in ASEAN

Introduction

The ASEAN Higher Education Leadership Forum (ASHELF) is a premier regional platform that brings together higher education leaders, policymakers, academics, and industry partners across ASEAN. Anchored on the belief that higher education institutions (HEIs) require visionary, agile, authentic, innovative, and resilient leadership, ASHELF provides an avenue to reimagine the future of higher education in a rapidly changing world. In 2025, ASHELF will be held in conjunction with Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to advancing collaborative higher education leadership in the region.

Focus Areas

Teaching & Learning

Research & Innovation

Young Academics

Planetary Health

Artificial Intelligence

Technology & Vocational Education

Objectives of ASHELF 2025

Who's Joining?

ASHELF 2025 will feature speakers and participants from across ASEAN, including leaders, academics, and policymakers.

Brunei
Cambodia
Indonesia
Laos
Malaysia
Myanmar
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Timor leste
Viet nam

Impact & Roadmap

The outcomes of ASHELF 2025 will directly support the implementation of the Common Space Roadmap 2026–2030, positioning higher education as a key driver of sustainable development, innovation, and competitiveness in ASEAN.

ASHELF 2025 outcomes will shape the future of higher education across ASEAN.

Register by Cluster

Please select your preferred cluster to complete registration. Each cluster has its own programme and registration form.

Artificial Intelligence

Leading Higher Education in the AI Era: Innovation, Ethics, and Human-Centered Futures

Young Academics

Empowering the Next Generation of Southeast Asian Scholars

Planetary Health

Sustaining Our Future Through Education and Leadership

Research & Innovation

Fostering A Responsible and Impact-Driven ASEAN Research and Innovation Ecosystem

Teaching & Learning

Adaptive Learning and Values-Based Education: Shaping Next-Gen Higher Education

Technology & Vocational

TVET Leadership in ASEAN: Skills Futures in the Age of AI and Digital Transformation

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