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08/26/2026

🌏 Complex challenges like require leaders who can build trust, collaborate across borders, and drive systems change.

This month marked the launch of the second cohort of the Counter Trafficking in Persons Leadership Excellence in ASEAN Program (LEAP) in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam, bringing together senior counter-trafficking leaders from across Southeast Asia.

Delivered through the DT Global-managed Australian Government-funded program, LEAP equips participants with the skills, networks, and mindset needed to address complex policy and operational challenges.

The program draws on DT Global's broader experience in leadership development, including the ELID program, while being tailored to the unique challenges of countering Human Trafficking in the region.

The 2026 cohort brings together 24 leaders from Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, the Philippines, Thailand and Viet Nam, representing law enforcement, prosecution, social welfare, victim support, policy and planning, and international cooperation.

Through guided reflection and practical leadership tools, participants gained deeper self-awareness of the motivations, strengths and behaviours that shape their leadership.

The cohort also welcomed participants from Indonesia for the first time, bringing new perspectives and further strengthening regional cooperation.

Insights from an independent review helped shape the second cohort, ensuring the program continues to evolve and deliver value for participants. The review found LEAP was highly relevant and delivering impact at individual, organisational and system levels.

📖 Read more: https://aseanact.pulse.ly/7lqqel8ruk

📸: The second cohort of the Counter Trafficking in Persons Leadership Excellence in ASEAN Program (LEAP) come together from across Southeast Asia. Credit: ASEAN ACT.

08/25/2026

We were proud to see Eleanor Fenton, DT Global's APAC Infrastructure Lead, join a distinguished panel at Engineers Australia's Engineering for Impact: Humanitarian and Sustainable Development event in Canberra last week.

The gathering explored the role of engineering in addressing some of today's most pressing development challenges. Drawing on her experience leading major donor-funded international development programs, Eleanor offered insights into effective approaches to sustainable infrastructure development across the region, including the recently completed Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre in the Solomon Islands.

The event was also a great opportunity to meet professionals from various areas of the engineering and development sectors who are committed to achieving positive social impact.

For more on SIIP: https://dt-global.pulse.ly/gr0jmy5cl0

📸: Eleanor Fenton speaks at Engineers Australia's Engineering for Impact: Humanitarian and Sustainable Development event in Canberra last week. Credit: Engineers Australia/Eleanor Fenton.

08/19/2026

👷🏽‍♂What is the best thing about your job?

"When I joined the program in 2021, I did not fully appreciate its impact. Over time, I have seen how every dollar invested in supporting PNG Power's energy generation projects helps improve the lives of people across Papua New Guinea. Knowing that my work contributes to these positive outcomes motivates me every day. I also find great satisfaction in mentoring young ESIP engineers and sharing my knowledge, helping to build the capability needed to deliver future projects that will benefit PNG communities."

Augustine Efi joined Papua New Guinea's Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP) five years ago as a Senior Project Manager in the program's on-grid energy Team. In this Q&A, Augustine shares insights into his work and the vital role he plays in helping deliver power to communities across Papua New Guinea.

👉🏽 Click here for the full Q&A: https://dt-global.pulse.ly/03mpcc0omw

08/17/2026

📽️ What does effective leadership look like in practice?

We’re excited to introduce the fourth cohort of Emerging Leaders in International Development (ELID) from across Asia: Nita Andriasih, Johny Viegas, Dianty Ayu Shinta Dewi, Adritra Luqman Amin and Dang Thi Hanh.

Here they reflect on their leadership journeys and explore why strong, locally grounded leadership is essential to achieving sustainable development outcomes in their communities.

For more: https://dt-global.pulse.ly/wdwaierqmp

08/12/2026

DT Global was proud to attend the inaugural Solomon Islands Australia Awards Alumni Association Career Connection Day on 11 August in Honiara. This first-of-its-kind initiative created a platform for 16 employers to engage directly with Australia Awards and New Zealand graduates.

Representatives from the DFAT-funded Solomon Islands Infrastructure Program, Pacific Australia Skills Platform, and the Australia Solomon Islands Program Support Facility came together to connect with attendees, share current and upcoming job opportunities, provide insights into working on development programs, and discuss ongoing recruitment activities.

It was a valuable opportunity to engage with talented professionals, answer questions about careers in the sector, and strengthen connections with the community in the Solomon Islands.

For more on Careers at DT Global: https://dt-global.pulse.ly/ot6jaqn3ks

📸: DT Global Project staff at DT Global’s booth at the Australia Awards Alumni Association Career Connection Day in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Credit: Austin Power.

08/11/2026

As Somalia’s cities 🇸🇴 grow, effective urban planning will depend not only on infrastructure, but also on the institutions and governance behind it.

Through the FCDO-supported Sinaan Programme, DT Global is helping local authorities in Mogadishu strengthen the systems and capabilities needed for more accountable, resilient, and sustainable urban development.

Recently, Sinaan supported the launch of new Standard Operating Procedures and a proposed organisational and staffing structure for the Department of Urban Planning and Engineering within the Banaadir Regional Administration.

These instruments will help establish clearer responsibilities, more consistent processes, better resource allocation, and stronger accountability.

Institutional reform may be less visible than physical infrastructure, but it is essential to helping cities plan effectively, improve services, and support more inclusive growth.

📸 𝘐𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴: 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘬𝘦𝘺 𝘨𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩-𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘜𝘳𝘣𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘌𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 (𝘋𝘜𝘗𝘌𝘕𝘎).

08/05/2026

🌏 "In the , , , and , over 90% of the elderly are able to access a pension. You don't see these types of results across the rest of the world."

In this Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Pacific Beat interview, Partnerships for Social Protection - P4SP's Karishma Huda speaks about how Pacific governments' spending on pensions is creating "strong poverty reductions in old-age poverty."

📻Listen to the full interview here:

https://lnkd.in/dpNXezEm

With the cost of living rising, questions are being raised about whether the current system of pensions in the Pacific are enough to provide financial security and dignity to our elderly

08/03/2026

A reliable supply of locally grown seedlings can help cities put their urban greening plans into action. 🌱

Through the Sinaan Programme, Aroori Nursery was established in Burao, a city in Somaliland’s Togdheer Region. The newly inaugurated nursery now has more than 100,000 seedlings ready for planting and distribution to help expand green spaces, improve the urban environment, and create healthier, more welcoming public spaces for residents.

By providing a consistent source of quality seedlings, the nursery will support Burao’s longer-term urban greening efforts and contribute to the city’s response to environmental and climate pressures.

Aroori Nursery was officially inaugurated by Somaliland’s Minister of Local Government and Urban Development, H.E. Hassan Ahmed Duale, alongside government representatives, local leaders, and the Sinaan Programme team.

Its opening shows how collaboration between government, communities, and development partners can turn environmental priorities into practical local action.

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08/03/2026

PROSIVU, the Australian Government program focused on strengthening governance in Timor-Leste, has recently launched its second phase by bringing together government partners for the program’s Annual Steering Committee Meeting in Dili, Timor-Leste.

Co-chaired by H.E. Australian Ambassador Caitlin Wilson and H.E. Minister of Finance Santina Viegas Cardoso, the meeting reaffirmed the strong partnership between Australia and Timor-Leste and their shared commitment to strengthening public institutions, improving economic governance, modernising public administration, and supporting Timor-Leste’s deeper regional integration through ASEAN.

In Phase Two, PROSIVU will continue supporting reforms that strengthen Timor-Leste’s business environment, public financial management, digital connectivity, women’s economic empowerment, disability-inclusive services, and civil service reform. A key focus will also be helping Timor-Leste maximise the opportunities of ASEAN membership, including through trade and investment, ASEAN standards and commitments, and improved English language skills across government.

Together Australia and Timor-Leste are working to build stronger systems, create more inclusive opportunities, and support long-term economic growth.

📸: 1. Government partners and dignitaries from Australia and Timor-Leste come together for PROSIVU's Annual Steering Committee Meeting. 2. H.E. Minister of Finance Santina Viegas Cardoso with H.E. Australian Ambassador Caitlin Wilson in Dili recently. 3. Government and PROSIVU partners meet at the Annual Steering Committee Meeting in Dili, recently. Credit: Maria Nunes/PROSIVU.

07/31/2026

When scams become trafficking, the boundaries of crime shift; but are our responses keeping pace?

Reflecting on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, ASEAN ACT Policy Dialogue and Partnerships Director, Paul Buckley, looks beyond online scams and recognises the exploitation behind them.

Explore this blog to learn why coordinated action across governance, justice, and development sectors is essential to tackling these complex challenges.

👉 https://dt-global.pulse.ly/f7wvwtdmdd

ASEAN-ACT is funded by the Australian Government and implemented by DT Global.

Southeast Asia has witnessed explosive growth in online scamming operations, and the deceptive and coercive recruitment and employment of workers into them, over the past 5 years. This pattern of trafficking in persons is closely tied into criminal networks within and beyond the region and has flou...