We are constantly inspired and amazed by the work our alumni are doing, and 2017 is no exception. Below are just a handful of alumni who are making a big difference in the sector. We love following their journeys and hearing their stories.
Andrew Judge
CEO, SurfAid
Andrew Judge is the CEO of SurfAid International, a humanitarian organisation whose aim is to improve the health, wellbeing and self-reliance of people living in isolated regions connected through surfing. The organisation works with, and in support of, the community – from the idea for a program to the implementation of the program.
This year SurfAid is proud to celebrate 15 years of supporting communities in remote areas throughout the Asia Pacific region. Andrew says:
“Coming from the private sector, my studies with ACPNS have been invaluable. They’ve given me valuable insights around management, compliance, accounting and fundraising in a nonprofit organisation as well as a clear perspective of how boards operate. Without the grounding the Centre provided, I wouldn’t have been able to work as I have with SurfAid.”
This year we loved following along on the SurfAid blog, in particular reading about Ibu Nurmah, a poor woman living in the extremely remote village of Prado, Indonesia. To help her fellow villagers, Ibu generously donated some of her land so that SurfAid and the community could build a Posyandu (a community health post) where the locals can congregate and receive basic health services and information.
