Dili, 28 January 2024 – The Provedoria dos Direitos Humanos e Justiça (PDHJ), in partnership with USAID/Timor-Leste’s Accountability and Integrity Mechanism (AIM) program, is pleased to share the inspiring work of Judelio da Silva Barros Barreto, the first-place winner of the Essay Competition on Good Governance and Anti-Corruption.
Judelio, 23, is a dedicated student of Informatics Engineering at the Engineering Faculty of Universidade Nacional Timor Lorosa’e (UNTL). Beyond his academic pursuits, he is deeply passionate about environmental sustainability, civic engagement, and youth empowerment. His active involvement with Timorese Youth for Change (TY4C) and the Laudato Si Timor-Leste Movement reflects his commitment to promoting climate action and social change through creative mediums and volunteerism.
In his award-winning essay, Judelio explores the critical intersection of good governance and the fight against corruption in Timor-Leste. He highlights the importance of accountability, transparency, and youth involvement in creating sustainable governance systems. Through compelling arguments, his essay underscores how ethical leadership and civic engagement are essential to combatting corruption and fostering a brighter future for the nation.
Judelio’s broader advocacy also includes promoting digital security, environmental protection, and youth-driven initiatives that champion human rights and good governance. As an official member of the RYLA Batch of 2024, he is committed to fostering positive change and advancing regional and international cooperation.
To learn more about Judelio’s essay, please visit: https://www.pdhj.tl/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Essay-Writing-competition_1st-Winner_-Judelio-Da-S-Barros-Barreto.pdf
Congratulations to Judelio for his remarkable achievement and his ongoing contributions to Timor-Leste’s development!
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