Puanita Taomia Ewekia is an accomplished Communication Officer with over ten years of proven leadership in climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction projects across NGOs and Trust Fund Institutions. She has successfully managed multi‑year initiatives requiring strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, and inter‑agency collaboration, consistently delivering frameworks, reports, and proposals that integrate technical rigor with cultural sensitivity. Her bilingual fluency in English and Tuvaluan, combined with expertise in drafting contracts, Terms of Reference, and grant proposals, has established her as a trusted leader advancing Tuvalu’s national priorities and resilience strategies.

Passionate about community empowerment, Puanita dedicates her career to creating meaningful change in people’s lives, particularly through initiatives that uplift women and children. She has organized community programs, and a founder for Te Samanaki mo te Alofa, a program supporting children’s education. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to building resilient systems rooted in Tuvaluan identity while fostering partnerships that amplify local voices on global platforms. With her blend of communication expertise, project management leadership, and vision for inclusive development, she continues to inspire transformation and strengthen the foundations of sovereignty, resilience, and stability for Tuvalu. She is confident in helping Tuvalu to voice its needs and priorities clearly, ensuring that the nation can secure vital assistance through her strong advocacy and collaborative partnerships.