Edwin Terwiel Ningal

Edwin Terwiel Ningal is an accomplished advocate for youth rights and education, currently serving as a National Youth Advocate for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) since May 2024. Edwin holds significant leadership positions, including Kectil Board Member for The Kectil Program and World Literacy Foundation Youth Ambassador, where advocacy for literacy and youth empowerment is paramount. Edwin's experience extends to an internship at the Y-PEER Asia Pacific Center, peer counseling at The University of Papua New Guinea, and active participation in various student organizations, showing a deep commitment to community support and development. Furthermore, as a Global Youth Ambassador for Theirworld and an MCN Millennium Fellow, Edwin has engaged in transformative projects aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Demography from The University of Papua New Guinea.