Good Neighbors Timor-Leste

05/10/2026

Today we celebrate World Teachers' Day — marking 60 years since the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation on the Status of Teachers.
Teachers are the ones shaping children's futures across Timor-Leste. Good Neighbors Timor-Leste stands with every teacher working toward a stronger future for children and youth. Thank you.

16/09/2026

✨ On 5 September 2026, Good Neighbors Timor-Leste marked its 1st Anniversary.

Though the day has passed, we remain grateful to everyone who has supported us in this first year. Our journey has been about laying strong foundations — strengthening governance, building our portfolio, and connecting with local partners.

This milestone is only the beginning. Together, we look forward to expanding our impact for children, families, and communities in Timor-Leste. 💙

12/05/2026

[English]
We are deeply saddened to share that Mr. Minho Choi, Representative of Good Neighbors Ukraine & Romania and former Secretary General of Good Neighbors Global Partnership Center, passed away peacefully in Romania on April 28, 2026.

In 2011, he was ordained as a pastor. The following year, he began his first mission with Good Neighbors, and what followed was fourteen years of life given fully to others.

• 2012 – 2016 Country Representative, Good Neighbors Myanmar
• 2016 – 2020 Country Representative, Good Neighbors Nepal and Regional Coordinator, Asia
• 2020 – 2025 Secretary General, Good Neighbors Global Partnership Center
• 2025 – 2026 Country Representative, Good Neighbors Romania & Ukraine

We are deeply grateful for his leadership, and we hold his family in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Mr. Choi.

Thank you for showing us what it means to be Good Neighbors.

14/04/2026

[English]
"Strengthening Collaboration in Education"

Good Neighbors Timor-Leste met with Her Excellency Dra. Dulce de Jesus Soares, Minister of Education, to explore collaboration in advancing education for children and communities.

From classroom Reading Corners to supporting inclusive and gender-sensitive learning, the discussion highlighted shared priorities in improving access and quality of education.

Both parties also explored future initiatives, including 21st Century Schools and potential cooperation through Gift-in-Kind programs.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to develop a Memorandum of Understanding for future collaboration.

Together, we continue working to create better learning opportunities for children.
📸 Her Excellency Dra. Dulce de Jesus Soares with Ary Purnama Nugraha, Program Manager of GNTL

[Tetum]
"Hametin Kolaborasaun iha Edukasaun"

Good Neighbours Timor-Leste hasoru malu ho Sua Excelencia Dra. Dulce de Jesus Soares, Ministra Edukasaun, hodi esplora kolaborasaun hamutuk iha parte edukasaun ba labarik no komunidade sira.

Husi Aula Reading Corners hodi apoiu aprendizajen inkluzivu no sensivel ba jéneru, diskusaun ne'e destaka prioridade sira ne'ebé hadi'a asesu no kualidade edukasaun nian.

Parte rua ne'e mós esplora inisiativa sira iha futuru, inklui Eskola sira iha Sékulu 21 nian no iha mos potensiál hodi halo kooperasaun liu hosi programa Gift-In-Kind nian.

Enkontru ne’e konklui ho kompromisu ne’ebé atu dezenvolve Memorandu Entendimentu ba kolaborasaun iha futuru.
Hamutuk, ita kontinua serbisu atu kria oportunidade aprendizajen ne'ebé di'ak liu ba labarik sira.

📸 Sua Exelénsia Dra. Dulce de Jesus Soares ho Ary Purnama Nugraha, Jerente Programa GNTL nian

30/03/2026

[Tetum]

Durante tinan 35 nia laran, Good Neighbors halo mudansa ne’ebé signifikante hamutuk ho komunidade iha mundu tomak. Ita lori ona labarik no família hamutuk millaun, hodi loke oportunidade no harii dalan ba futuru ne'ebé di'ak liu.

Ne’e mak Tinan 35 hodi lori Mudansa Diak ba Mundu.

Viajen ida sei iha nia kontinuasaun, no ami konvida ita hotu atu hola mós parte iha viajen ne’e.

La'o hamutuk ho ami no ajuda kria pájina foun. 💚

[English]

For 35 years, Good Neighbors has been creating meaningful change with communities around the world. Together, we have reached millions of children and families, opening opportunities and building pathways to better futures.

This is 35 Years of Good Change for the World. The journey continues, and we invite you to be part of it.

Walk with us and help shape the next chapter. 💚

For 35 years, Good Neighbors has grown from a single act of belief into a global movement, working across countries, cultures, and communities to create last...

28/03/2026

Good Neighbors Establishes Official Presence in Timor-Leste

28/03/2026

Good Neighbors Establishes Official Presence in Timor-Leste

Dili, Timor-Leste – March 5, 2026.
Good Neighbors International officially inaugurated its Timor-Leste office, located at the Palm Business & Trade Centre, marking the organization’s expansion into its 52nd program country. The inauguration ceremony was hosted at Palm Spring Hotel, Dili, and underscored Good Neighbors’ global vision of “Empowering People, Transforming Communities” and its commitment to supporting national development priorities in Timor-Leste.

The event opened with welcome remarks by Mr. D**g Chul Park, Country Director of Good Neighbors de Timor-Leste, who emphasized that the inauguration was not merely the establishment of an office, but the beginning of a long-term commitment to the people of Timor-Leste. He reaffirmed Good Neighbors’ mission to create a world without hunger and outlined GNTL’s initial focus on early education, with plans to expand into youth empowerment, health initiatives, environmental sustainability, and social economy development.

Representing the Government, Mr. Jean Simões dos Santos from the Ministry of Planning and Strategic Investment (Técnico Profissional de Enquadramento Institucional e Coordenação, Unidade de Planeamento Integrado (UPI)) expressed gratitude for GNTL’s partnership and highlighted the importance of aligning organizational initiatives with Timor-Leste’s Strategic Development Plan. He underscored the Ministry’s commitment to continued collaboration that brings lasting benefits to communities across the nation.

Adding to the program, Mr. Ary Purnama Nugraha, Program Manager of Good Neighbors de Timor-Leste, presented a brief introduction to the organization’s program development areas in Timor-Leste. He outlined GNTL’s strategic direction, emphasizing education as the foundation, while also pointing to future interventions in social inclusion, community development, and partnerships with both local and international stakeholders.
The ceremony was honored by the presence of representatives from:
• Ministry of Planning and Strategic Investment
• Ministry of Education
• Ministry of Social Solidarity and Inclusion
• Education Department of Manatuto Municipality
• KOICA Timor-Leste Country Director, Ms. Youn Hwa Kang
• International NGOs including Global Inner Peace and Canaan Global Leadership Center
• Local entities such as Premiu Hakbit Juventude ba Dezenvolvimentu

During the ceremony, GNTL formally introduced its board members as registered in the notary deed:
• Mr. D**g Chul Park
• Ms. Christine Sianturi
• Mr. Aniceto Manuel Dos Santos
• Mr. Marcelino Da Costa
• Mr. George Da Costa Guteres
• Ms. Maria Ringi Bili

This diverse leadership team reflects GNTL’s commitment to inclusive governance and strong representation in Timor-Leste.
The inauguration of Good Neighbors Timor-Leste’s office symbolizes a new chapter in fostering partnerships and delivering impactful programs that contribute to Timor-Leste’s Strategic Development Plan. With strong collaboration between government institutions, international partners, and local communities, GNTL is poised to play a vital role in advancing education, social inclusion, and sustainable development across the nation.

27/02/2026

Dear Applicants,
Good Neighbors de Timor-Leste (hereafter as GN TL), an international humanitarian and development organization committed to empowering people and transforming communities, is pleased to announce the opening of recruitment for qualified professionals to join our team.
As part of our organizational growth and program expansion, GN TL is seeking dedicated and experienced candidates to fill the following positions:
1. Finance Officer
2. Program Officer
The detailed requirements and major duties for each position are provided in the attached annexes.