ANU Philippines Institute

🌏 Upcoming Seminar | New consumers in the global south: Consumption practices and aspirations among the former urban poor of Metro Manila

This seminar offers a transnational examination of how global economic development has transformed consumption, identity, and culture among a group we describe as the former urban poor.

Drawing on the book "New Consumers in the Global South: No Longer Poor, Not Yet Middle Class", this seminar takes a transnational perspective and traces how consumption practices and aspirations are evolving across cities including Metro Manila, Guangzhou, Mexico City, and Rio de Janeiro.

With a particular focus on Metro Manila, the discussion will explore how shifting patterns of consumption intersect with social mobility, wellbeing, and identity, and what this reveals about broader transformations in global economic and cultural life.

🎤 Speakers

Anna Cristina Pertierra (University of Technology Sydney) is an anthropologist and cultural studies scholar whose work spans urban ethnography, consumption, and media across Southeast Asia and Latin America.

Czarina Saloma-Akpedonu (Ateneo de Manila University) is a leading scholar on knowledge mobilisation, social development, and responsible consumption, with a strong focus on applied social science engagement.

📅 Wednesday, 22 April 2026
⏰ 12:30 pm (AEST) / 10:30 am (PHT)
🔗 Register here: https://quicklink.anu.edu.au/obq7

💬 This seminar sheds light on one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing consumer groups and invites us to rethink the cultural dimensions of globalisation across regions.

Last Wednesday, 25 March, the ANU Philippines Institute hosted three important events:

Philippine-Australian relations from 2016 to the Present

An online webinar was hosted in time for the 80th anniversary of Australia-Philippines relations that discussed former Australian Ambassador to the Philippines Amanda Gorely's diplomatic career and the importance of integrating gender considerations into foreign policy, chaired by ANU Philippines Institute PhD Representative Athena Charanne Presto.

ANU Philippines Institute Meeting with Young Political Leaders Delegation

A meeting was held with young Filipino political leaders and members and affiliates of the ANU Philippines Institute. The visit is part of a program by the Australian Political Exchange Council (AusPol) and the delegation included the following officials: Calamba City Province of Laguna Congresswoman Charisse Hernandez, Province of Iloilo Vice Governor Nathalie Ann Debuque, Municipality of Talavera, Nueva Ecija Mayor Aries Vincent Patrick Lim, Province of Albay Board Member Sheina Onrubia-Dela Cruz, and City of San Juan Councilor Lorenzo Francisco Tanada-Yam.

The ICC Case of Rodrigo Duterte and Its International Justice Implications

The lecture was given by leading human rights lawyer and law reformer in the Philippines, Neri Colmenares, who discussed issues surrounding the ICC case against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte and how the case is a key platform for accountability and justice for victims of Duterte's war on drugs. The discussant for the lecture was Ross Tugade, doctoral researcher at the University of New South Wales and an ANU Philippines Institute affiliate.

The ANU Philippines Institute continues to facilitate important dialogue between Australia and the Philippines through these events, grounded in academic rigour and timely policy input. We thank everyone who has joined us and participated in these events.

⚖️ HAPPENING TODAY | The ICC case of Rodrigo Duterte and its international justice implications

The ANU Philippines Institute invites you to a special lecture with human rights lawyer and law reform advocate Neri Colmenares.
In this lecture, Neri Colmenares will examine one of the most significant international legal developments concerning the Philippines: the International Criminal Court (ICC) case against Rodrigo Duterte, and its broader implications for international justice, accountability, and global governance.

Drawing on expert insight, the lecture will unpack key legal, political, and normative questions surrounding the case, and what it means for the future of international criminal law.

🗓 25 March 2026
⏰ 5:30 – 7pm
📍 Lecture Theatre 1 (HB1), Hedley Bull Building, ANU, 130 Garran Rd Acton ACT 2601
🔗 Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/the-icc-case-of-rodrigo-duterte-and-its-international-justice-implications
🗣 Speaker: Neri Colmenares; Discussant: Ross Tugade

Welcome to Semester 1 of 2026 ANUFAM‼️

ANUFA and the ANU Philippines Institute are collaborating to offer you our Student Welcome Merienda Event. A casual place to meet kababayans along with other undergraduate, postgraduate or HDR ANU students! Enjoy some Filipino games 🎈and Filipino food 🍝 during Week 4, have a break from studying and meet our lovely community 😄 Kita-kits ANUFAM💕 Don't forget to register in Rubric as there are limited spots available!

📍 Tasa Coffee House
🗓 Thursday, 19th March
⏰ 2–4PM
💸 Free (must register on Rubric)

We can't wait to see you! ❤️

Rubric link: https://campus.hellorubric.com/?eid=56997

🚨 New Job Opportunity: Join us at the ANU Philippines Institute

We are excited to announce that we are hiring for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow to join the ANU Philippines Institute at the Australian National University.

The successful candidate will conduct independent research, contribute to policy-relevant publications and events, and help strengthen research partnerships between Australia and the Philippines.

Our ideal candidate will have completed a PhD on the Philippines in the fields of International Relations and/or Political Science, and be able to teach in areas relevant to Peace and Conflict Studies in particular.

📍 Canberra, Australia
📅 Applications close: 16 March 2026
🕧 Full time, Fixed term (until 31 December 2027)

If this sounds like a good fit for you, or someone in your network, please consider applying or sharing the opportunity.

✍ Apply here: https://quicklink.anu.edu.au/qmps
🗒️ Download the Position Description: https://quicklink.anu.edu.au/hvvs
❓ Questions - please contact the Director, ANU Philippines Institute, Associate Professor Maria Tanyag, E: [email protected]

Please note: The successful candidate must have the rights to live and work in Australia.

Postdoctoral Fellow - Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $89,313 – $112,103 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Fixed term (until 31 December 2027) Contribute to world-leading research on the Philippines Be part of a supportive research environment with a strong Asia-Pacific focus Work in a...

Come say hi to the fantastic team of the ANU Filipino Association - ANUFA ! 🇵🇭

Kamusta, ANU?

Swing by our stall this Market Day! 🇵🇭

New, returning, or simply curious about our club? Come chat to our team for some Filipino hospitality and see what we have planned this year!

📍University Avenue, ANU
🗓️ Wed, February 18th
⏰ 9am-3pm

❗ Call for Applications: ANU Philippines Institute HDR Grant 🎓

We are pleased to announce our first HDR Grant round for 2026 supporting PhD or MPhil students in Australia working on topics aligned with the ANU Philippines Institute’s key thematic areas:

💠 Strategic studies and foreign policy, including Philippine-ASEAN leadership and regional cooperation;
💠Economic resilience;
💠Gender, women’s empowerment and peace;
💠The ongoing pursuit of peace, development and political stability in Mindanao;
💠Other threats to stability such as climate change, food insecurity and the energy crisis;
💠Rule of law, human rights and judicial governance; and
💠Governance, politics and political communications.

💰Award
The grant provides a one-time payment of up to $1,000 AUD to assist HDR students with meeting the costs for select activities including:
✍ Research-related travel expenses;
🗣️ Conference attendance;
🤝 Other activities or travel that develops research collaborations or assists in skill development.

🌐 Eligibility
The HDR grant is open to any HDR student (PhD and MPhil students only) based at an Australian university.
The applicant must be a current HDR student at the time of travel.
The applicant’s travel or activity must commence and conclude by 31 December 2026, with all conditions of the award fulfilled by then.
Successful applicants are required to join the Institute either as a member (ANU) or affiliate (non-ANU).

📩 We welcome applications and encourage interested HDR students to apply or share this opportunity within their networks.

🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/JFBHyAdcCQwk4Uzi6
❓ Email [email protected] for any questions

Thinking about pursuing postgraduate studies overseas? Discover how can help you achieve your academic and professional goals.

Join our information session on 11 February 2026. Learn about the application process and hear inspiring stories from our alumni.

Sign up here: http://dev.australiaawardsphilippines.org/scholarships/confirm

📣 Announcing our latest policy brief!

We are proud to share that Issue 3, No. 1 of the ANU Philippines Institute Policy Brief series, "Tanaw," by Dr. Anne Gene Broomhall, A/Prof Suzanne Cosh, Dr Belinda Flannery, Prof Susan C. Wilson, Dist. Prof Kim Usher, Prof Maria Lourdes Q. Baybay, and Dr Rachel Laureano is now accessible on our website ⬇️

🌐 https://philippinesinstitute.anu.edu.au/research/experiencing-climate-change-flood-impact-and-behavioural-engagement-filipinos

🔹 The article analyses the relationship between lived experiences of climate change—particularly flooding—and behavioural engagement among Filipinos, with a focus on waste management practices. It emphasises how improper waste disposal and plastic pollution exacerbate flood severity, reinforcing the localised impacts of climate change in vulnerable communities.

🔹 The recommendations provided in the article highlight behaviourally informed strategies such as 1) using targeted anti-littering signage that explicitly links improper rubbish disposal to flood risks, rather than only discouraging littering without context, 2) promoting alternatives to harmful plastics and phase out environmentally detrimental single-use plastic packaging, 3) framing communication to emphasise shared responsibility and collaboration, and 4) engaging higher-income Filipinos in climate mitigation efforts for a more well-rounded societal approach.

📣 Applications now open: 2026 Visiting Fellowship - ANU Philippines Institute

Each year, the ANU Philippines Institute offers short-term Visiting Fellowships for outstanding academics based in the Philippines to undertake research at the Australian National University for up to two months.

Visiting Fellows work closely with the Institute to develop new research collaborations and/or deepen existing partnerships at ANU and across Australia. The scheme supports projects that strongly align with the Institute’s priority areas, including:
🔹 Strategic studies and foreign policy
🔹 Economic resilience
🔹 Gender, women’s empowerment and peace
🔹 Peace, development and political stability in Mindanao
🔹 Climate change, food insecurity and the energy crisis
🔹 Rule of law, human rights and judicial governance
🔹 Governance, politics and political communications

For this round, we strongly encourage applications from academics with a track record of research and engagement on Philippine–ASEAN relations.

🗓 Key dates
Applications open: Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Applications close: Monday, 2 March 2026
Outcomes announced by: Monday, 16 March 2026

👩‍🎓 Eligibility
The fellowship is open to candidates at any career stage. Applicants should clearly demonstrate how a visit to the ANU Philippines Institute will benefit them at their current stage of career development.

📩 We welcome applications and encourage interested academics to apply or share this opportunity within their networks.

🔗 Appy here - https://philippinesinstitute.anu.edu.au/visiting-fellowships
❓ Any Questions - Email [email protected]

A fabulous and timely inititative, supported by the ANU Philippine Institute event grant.

We're looking forward to the discussion!