Portfolio

The best proof of what we do is what we've made. Below is a portfolio of actual outputs produced by our team.

The Team

Joanne

Joanne has three decades of experience in social and policy research and editorial and publications management. Endlessly curious, she stays closely engaged with new research and emerging ideas, bringing that fresh perspective into every project. She believes good writing must be simple, but not at the cost of nuance, accuracy, and credibility.

Selected work

Child Undernutrition—Why It Matters 

| Author |

A feature article on the prevalence of malnutrition in Southeast Asia, published in Issue 22 of The ASEAN magazine. 

Promoting Thinking in Schools

| Author |

A special UNESCO publication featuring sub-regional conference discussions on the teaching of Philosophy for Children across the Asia-Pacific region.

The Ifugao Rice Terraces: Preservation and Change

| Co-author |

A book consolidating current literature and discourse on the Ifugao Rice Terraces, published by the UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines.

Philippine Social Sciences: Capacities, Directions, and Challenges

| Co-editor |

A book analyzing the teaching and practice of 13 social science disciplines in the Philippines, published by the Philippine Social Science Council.

Kathy

Kathy is an experienced journalist and communicator, with three decades of experience at an international news channel and at the helm of a regional publication. She is always up to the challenge of connecting the dots and getting to the heart of a story. Kathy’s work has always been anchored on communicating with purpose and clarity.

Selected work

Indonesia's Presidential Race

| Correspondent |

A series of reports covering Indonesia's presidential race of 2014, published by CNN.

CNN Hero: Robin Lim

| Producer |

A documentary on the life and works of CNN's 2011 Hero of the Year, Robin Lim, who led the provision of free prenatal care and birthing services to indigent families in Bali.

Health Editions, The ASEAN 

| Editor-in-Chief |

Special editions of The ASEAN magazine featuring health developments in the ASEAN region, including the regional bloc's response to and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lessons Learned 

| Researcher |

A book analyzing the peace talks and resulting peace agreement between the Philippine government and the MNLF, including the role of Indonesia as mediator, published by the ASEAN Institute for Peace and Reconciliation.

Ixora

Ixora has more than ten years of experience in journalism and media, developing content across television, radio, print, and digital platforms. Her interests include social inclusion, environmental issues, and sustainable development. She believes good stories begin with listening and is especially drawn to conversations with grassroots communities.

Selected work

The ASEAN social media accounts

| Digital Strategist and Manager |

Production of multimedia content for and management of The ASEAN magazine's Instagram and Facebook accounts, leading to their exponential growth—from zero to millions of views in just two years. 

20 Years After the Indian Ocean Tsunami

| Producer |

A special video to launch The ASEAN magazine's special edition commemorating the 20th year of the Indian Ocean Tsunami, first screened at the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Management in 2024.

Dancing Without Labels

| Author |

A feature article on Maya Dance Theatre’s Diverse Abilities Dance Collective, highlighting how inclusive performance challenges common assumptions about disability, artistic expression, and who gets to be seen as a dancer.

Indonesia’s Social Media Landscape in 2021

| TV Producer |

An in-depth report for SEA Today—Indonesia’s state-owned international news channel—on the social media trends that shaped online conversations in Indonesia in 2021.

Collaborators

Darma

Darma is co-founder and CEO of Foxidia Digital Media with expertise in graphic design, web development, and videography. He has earned multiple awards in graphic design technology in the WorldSkills and WorldSkills ASEAN competition circuit.

Sample projects

Sophian

Sophian is a videographer and video editor with more than 12 years of experience creating documentaries, television programs, branded content, and digital media.

Sample projects