Asia Pacific SBCC Regional Symposium 2023

SBCC in Southeast Asia and the South Pacific: Unlocking its Potential for Community Development and Resilience

18 – 19 October 2023  |  Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

The Asia Pacific SBCC Regional Symposium 2023 is the first symposium on social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) to be held in the region.

The symposium will gather professionals, experts and thought leaders from around the world for two days at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), the largest waterfront purpose-built convention centre in East Malaysia.

The Symposium serves as a transformative platform that highlights the importance of SBCC, the significance of communication in driving positive social and individual behaviour change, and its impact in developing communities that are responsive to adversity.

A key focus of this Symposium is to challenge the current conceptions surrounding the definition and role of communication in fostering a deeper appreciation for its power and potential.

What is SBCC?

SBCC, which is sometimes referred to as “SBC” or Communication for Development (C4D), is an evidence-based strategic process promoting the adoption and maintenance of positive and measurable behaviours and social change in individuals, groups or communities.

Using strategic communication to promote positive outcomes, SBCC employs a systematic process beginning with formative research and behaviour analysis, followed by communication planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

The Objectives

Awareness

To increase awareness, understanding and appreciation towards SBCC through a showcase of SBCC works from different sectors and countries

Networks

To strengthen the SBCC network with various stakeholders, strategic partners and key players in the region

Potential

To unlock potential for SBCC investment opportunities in the region

Renewed Commitments

The Asia Pacific SBCC Regional Symposium 2023 is set to be the catalyst that encourages collaboration, discussions on actionable strategies and exchange of ideas on future advancement in SBCC. Whether you are existing SBCC practitioners, potential SBCC partners or potential funders, each participant will depart with a renewed commitment to leverage the potential of communication in driving community development and effecting positive change in the region.

For existing SBCC players, the two-day symposium will be the platform for you to showcase your SBCC work, success, and impacts on communities and the nation.

Potential SBCC strategic partners, including policy makers, community leaders and youth groups, will learn about new and innovative SBCC approaches and identify opportunities to collaborate on SBCC initiatives.

Philanthropists, industrial leaders, and private sector organisations, will leave with a newfound appreciation of SBCC and its potential in nation-building.

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Kota Kinabalu, or KK as it is fondly known, is the capital of Sabah – one of two Malaysian states that sit at the northern part of the massive Borneo Island.

The city beautifully sits facing crystal clear azure waters of South China Sea that is dotted with beautiful little islets of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, with the majestic Crocker Range and its highest peak Mount Kinabalu (4095m) as its backdrop…

The Venue

Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC)

Tanjung Lipat
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens
88400, Kota Kinabalu
Sabah, Malaysia

www.siccsabah.com