Get to know us

Southeast Ascent Partners is a strategic consultancy dedicated to empowering organizations and communities through evidence-based solutions, innovative strategies, and actionable insights. We partner with NGOs, development agencies, donors and civil society organizations to enhance impact, foster sustainability, and navigate complex operational environments.

Our mission

Our mission is to deliver high-quality consultancy, evaluation, impact assessment and advisory services that support evidence-based decision-making, strengthen organizational capacity, and drive meaningful social, economic, and educational impact.

Our vision

To be a trusted catalyst for positive transformation, enabling organizations and communities to thrive sustainably, even in the most challenging contexts, by ensuring the effective and efficient use of resources for lasting impact.

Core Values

  • Integrity: We uphold transparency, honesty, and ethical practices in every engagement.

  • Excellence: We deliver rigorous, high-quality, and actionable insights that make a difference.

  • Collaboration and Partnership: We build strong, inclusive partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and communities.

  • Innovation: We apply creative and adaptive approaches to solve complex challenges.

  • Empowerment: We aim to strengthen the capabilities of organizations and communities to achieve sustainable impact.

  • Data-Driven: We ground our analysis and recommendations in reliable data, ensuring clarity and precision in decision-making.

  • Methodological Rigor: We apply systematic, robust, and context-appropriate methods to produce credible and trustworthy results.

  • Evidence-Based: We prioritize approaches and solutions supported by verifiable evidence, translating research into meaningful action.

  • Conflict-Sensitive: We recognize the complexities of fragile and divided contexts, ensuring our work promotes inclusivity, reduces harm, and supports peace-building.

Our team

Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Esther Bryce, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from architecture to interior design and sales.

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Shine Wanna Aung
Evaluation and Policy Specialist | Applied research and Program Design
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