This episode was recorded live in the Republic of Naoero as part of a special collaboration between the Pacific-Australia Youth Association (PAYA) and the Global Institute for Leadership. PAYA President Dominic de Moura McCarthy talks with PAYA Naoero Branch Advisor Ankemwi Garoa about the experiences and values that have shaped his leadership journey.

Ankemwi reflects on growing up in Naoero with a passion for politics, history and culture, and on a career spanning government reporting, foreign service and cultural heritage work. From chairing the Summit Coordinating Committee behind the PAYA Youth Leadership Summit Naoero 2024 to representing Naoero at the Commonwealth Youth Summit and One Young World, he shares why investing in young dei-Naoero, safeguarding culture and building regional ties are essential to the future of our region. ...