Sondang Sirait is a senior strategic communicator and policy advocate with 20+ years’ experience shaping public policy messaging, supporting multisector reform programs, and driving ecosystem engagement across Southeast Asia. She has a strong background working with government, multilaterals, donors, think tanks, and private-sector partners. Her expertise lies at the intersection of economic policy and inclusion, with a proven ability to translate complex research into actionable advocacy and influence policymakers, multilateral institutions, and donor coalitions in politically sensitive and high-risk contexts. She is an award-winning former journalist, fluent in digital storytelling, audience strategy, and cross-sector stakeholder engagement.