The Voice Inc recently marked 17 years of impact through its growing network of leaders, coalitions and communities who are driving change throughout Papua New Guinea. Through a seventeen-day media campaign TVI aimed to amplify its story from a whisper to a roar, highlighting significant achievements and raising awareness about its new Strategic Plan 2024–2027. Over the past seventeen years, the Voice Inc’s network of leaders has expanded to include state-run universities, high schools, and community groups in both urban and rural areas across the country. The formation of issue-based coalitions among our partner organizations were facilitated and programs have reached over 40,000 people across 20 provinces in Papua New Guinea. This week includes the first visit to Papua New Guinea by Professor Matthew Andrews of Harvard University. Professor Andrews is a global leader in supporting public policy reform through problem driven and locally led solutions. He has worked in more than 150 countries and will be launching TVI’s third cohort of leaders, joining a practical 12-week course under our Local Leadership and Collective Action Program (LLCAP). LLCAP is supported by the Australian Government through the PNGAus Partnership. The 17 days will culminate in the launch of TVI’s new strategic plan 2024–2027 which outlines our vision for the future, emphasizing innovative approaches to leadership development and community engagement. These initiatives include: • Institutionalising our Leadership Programs: Embedding our DREAM and leadership program in universities and learning hubs around the country. • Supporting Public Policy Reform: Expanding support to our leaders around the country working together on complex public policy and implementation challenges. • Youth Empowerment Programs: Continuing our core programs to engage more young people in civic activities and community service. • Innovation Projects: Expanding grant support for leaders who are promoting sustainability and resilience in their communities. • Digital Transformation: Leveraging technology to enhance our outreach and impact, including the development of a digital platform for leadership resources and networking. Another key component of this celebration will be a flagship week in August, including public policy roundtables with government, a public seminar on the nature of the state, the screening of a new movie on Sorcery Accusation Related Violence and the organization’s new strategy launch. As they embark on this celebration, the Voice Inc invite all citizens, partners, and stakeholders to join in recognizing the achievements of the past seventeen years and looking forward to a bright future. PNG’s participation and support are crucial as the organization continues to build a more inclusive and democratic society.