Conversations in Development

As We continue to speak with Deborah about cultural values in development, we discuss the impact caused by Australian Aid programs.

The Development sector often forgets about the importance of cultural values and how these can make a difference for NGOs. In this episode, we speak with Deborah Rhodes about her journey to include cultural contexts in development programs.

Before the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, our host Peter Mason speaks with Cory Steinhauer, an expert in areas of conflict about his experiences in Afghanistan and South Sudan.

Before the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, our host Peter Mason speaks with Cory Steinhauer, an expert in areas of conflict about his experiences in Afghanistan and South Sudan.

As this year has taken a heavy toll on global migration due to the pandemic, development has also come to a stall. In this series finale, we speak with Loksan Harley about the many aspects of migration, as well as its effects in the development sector.

Laos, unlike many of its neighbouring countries, remains one of the more challenging places for NGOs. In this episode, Colette McInerney, former director of World Education in Laos, shares her experience working in the country and the challenges she faced during her time in Laos.

As companies are being driven towards equality, board meetings and leadership roles still represent a challenge for females and indigenous people who wish to raise their concerns. We speak with Amanda Young, former CEO of First Nations Foundation, and Chris Franks, Chair of Women in Aid and Development about their experiences in leadership roles and the importance of gender and cultural representation.

Cambodia is a developing country with a growing economy, whose newest generations have the opportunity to thrive. We speak with Rithy Thul about his personal growth and experiences to become a successful entrepreneur, and his ambition to encourage young Cambodians to advance through the use of technology and reforestation.

As one of our closest neighbours, Indonesia has often been seen as a holiday destination rather than a strong economic partner. We speak with former DFAT Officer Jeff Bost about DFAT's long-term investment in Indonesia and how Australia must adapt its economy to new trade opportunities with its neighbours.

Since the 1960s , Colombia has been the victim of armed conflict, taking the lives of thousands and internally displacing millions. In this episode, we speak with Manuel Renteria about his experience working in the Magdalena Medio region and the impacts in his country.