Our approach is people-centred, grounded in supporting communities and countries to achieve their aspirations in a rapidly changing world. Through targeted research, design, and evaluation capabilities, we help partners understand the drivers of security and how global and regional shifts intersect with national and local political realities.
Led by Dr Tess Newton Cain—whose expertise spans governance, policy, and geopolitics across the Pacific— we deliver for our clients practical insight and pathways for action.
What our clients say
The Sustineo team was very professional and a pleasure to work with. They were very willing to adapt the project approach to changing circumstances and present data in different ways to suit the evolving needs of the client.
Selected governance, security & stability work
Other specialty areas
Climate resilience & adaptation
We help organisations design strategies, initiatives and actions that put inclusive adaptation, disaster risk reduction and resilience at the heart of decision-making.
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Inclusive infrastructure & social systems
Sustineo has done a significant amount of work to support organisations working with governments and across regions to promote economic development. These clients include APEC, ASEAN, and UNDP.
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Civic engagement & social inclusion
Grounded in people and place, we work with governments and civil society to strengthen democratic resilience and build trust in institutions.
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Nature-based solutions & carbon markets
Nature-based approaches and carbon market mechanisms are gaining momentum across Australia and the Indo-Pacific.
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Economic & private sector development
We deliver research, evaluation, MERL and program design that helps unlock opportunities for inclusive economic growth.
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