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.
ASHELF 2025 will feature speakers and participants from across ASEAN, including leaders, academics, and policymakers.
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.
Please select your preferred cluster to complete registration. Each cluster has its own programme and registration form.
Leading Higher Education in the AI Era: Innovation, Ethics, and Human-Centered Futures
Empowering the Next Generation of Southeast Asian Scholars
Fostering A Responsible and Impact-Driven ASEAN Research and Innovation Ecosystem
Adaptive Learning and Values-Based Education: Shaping Next-Gen Higher Education
TVET Leadership in ASEAN: Skills Futures in the Age of AI and Digital Transformation
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