Working for a Death Penalty - Free Asia Pacific
Anti-Death Penalty Asia Network
ADPAN is an independent regional network of organizations and individuals dedicated to ending the death penalty in the Asia Pacific.
A Strong Regional Network for Change
The Asia Pacific carries the heaviest burden of the death penalty worldwide. The region records the highest number of executions, and thousands remain on death row – many from marginalized and vulnerable communities – often after trials marked by unfairness, lack of counsel, or mandatory sentencing.
ADPAN works to change this reality. With members in more than 20 countries, we build solidarity across the region, shine a light on systemic problems, strengthen local campaigns, and amplify regional voices in global forums. Together, we are moving the Asia Pacific towards a future without the death penalty.
One network. More than countries. United for abolition.
Building Regional Solidarity, Driving Global Change
ADPAN’s strength lies in collective action. Together, our members turn local struggles into a regional momentum for abolition.
Advocacy
We campaign at the national, regional, and international levels to advocate for abolition and to protect those facing or at risk of execution.
Education
We raise awareness of the human, legal, and social costs of capital punishment through public forums, reports, and other educational initiatives.
Network Building
We connect abolitionists across the Asia Pacific, sharing strategies and strengthening regional capacity for collective action.
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Across the Asia Pacific, ADPAN and its Members are leading initiatives that challenge the death penalty and promote justice. From coordinated advocacy at the UN to grassroots campaigns, our network drives collective action that no one organization can achieve alone.
The ADPAN Newsletter
The death penalty landscape in the Asia Pacific is changing – and our newsletter keeps you at the heart of it. We strive to bring updates, campaign highlights, and insights from our network.
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It’s time to rewrite the story of justice in the Asia Pacific. Visit our website, follow our campaigns, and join the network that’s working to abolish the death penalty once and for all. Connect with us on social media and learn more.
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ADPAN is an independent regional network of organizations and individuals dedicated to ending the death penalty in the Asia Pacific.
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