The 2024 World Conference on Statelessness was hosted by and held at Taylor’s University, Subang Jaya from 26 to 29 February 2024. It was organised by the Institute on Statelessness and Inclusion (ISI), Nationality for All (NFA Asia-Pacific), Development of Human Resources for Rural Areas (DHRRA Malaysia) and Family Frontiers (Malaysia), with support from the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM). Taylor’s University’s School of Law and Governance was also part of the conference’s organising committee, supported by the Taylor’s Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Impact Lab.
This conference gathered 450 participants from over 50 countries and regions worldwide, fostering a safe environment for exchanging ideas pertaining to this critical issue. Additionally, there were more than 100 people who virtually participated in selected parts of the conference where hybrid sessions were offered. The participants consisted of individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from those with lived experience as stateless, individuals to artists, community leaders, and government representatives, all united by their drive to effect change in this cause.
Recognising the pressing need to support existing efforts and continue fostering a constructive discourse, this conference centred the discussions and activities on three central themes: Solidarity, Knowledge and Change.