South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA)
Curtleigh Alaart is an accomplished professional with a strong background in international diplomacy and youth engagement. Currently participating in Investec's Navigate programme, Curtleigh was selected as one of 50 from 2000 applicants. As a South African Youth Delegate, Curtleigh represented South Africa at the G20 Summit in both 2023 and 2024, actively engaging in discussions on global governance reform and youth democracy. In the role of Partnerships Coordinator for the South African Youth for International Diplomacy, Curtleigh focuses on establishing collaborative initiatives with civil society organizations. Additionally, Curtleigh serves on the Youth Policy Committee at the South African Institute of International Affairs, coordinating events related to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Previous experience includes an internship at the European Space Agency and participating as a Global Youth Ambassador for Theirworld, addressing education inequality in South Africa. Curtleigh holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Management and International Relations from the University of Pretoria, along with study abroad experience at Leiden University.
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South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA)
The South African Institute of International Affairs is an independent public policy think tank advancing a well-governed, peaceful, economically sustainable and globally engaged Africa. Founded in 1934, it is South Africa’s premier research institute on international issues. WHAT WE DO: Our work spans foreign policy, governance, the environment, economic policy and social development, linking local experiences with global debates. Our African-generated knowledge provides local and regional decision-makers with independent, evidence-based options for Africa’s future development. We provide an open platform for the public to engage with these issues, and facilitate discussions between a wide variety of partners. All our findings are freely available in the form of publications, videos, and opinion and analysis pieces. DID YOU KNOW? Over the years we have been consistently recognised as being among the leading think tanks in the world by the University of Pennsylvania's Global Go To Think Tank Index Report.