Our work is informed by deep, place-based insights into the social and cultural contexts within which we operate—recognising that pathways to inclusion and empowerment differ across communities. We combine bespoke research methodologies with robust monitoring and evaluation to ensure policy and program interventions are informed by evidence and connected to community realities.

This area of work is led Dr Tess Newton Cain, who brings extensive experience in Pacific governance, policy and the socio-economic dimensions of development.

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Dr Tess Newton Cain

Lead consultant

The Sustineo team were friendly and easy to work with. They were happy to change directions and were open to new ideas when our work approach changed.

Selected civic engagement & social inclusion work

The Philippines

Eight years of impact: Lessons from international aid for education in the Philippines

Australia Awards and Alumni Engagement Program – Philippines Final Program Evaluation
Solomon Islands

National Baseline Survey on Civic Knowledge and Citizenship Engagement in Solomon Islands

Client: Cardno Emerging Markets (Australia) Pty Ltd

Other specialty areas

Tuvalu from the air

Climate resilience & adaptation

Samoan ship

Inclusive infrastructure & social systems

PNTL

Governance, security & stability

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Nature-based solutions & carbon markets

Anna and Mela

Economic & private sector development