Norberta Soares is the executive director of the Community-Based Rehabilitation Network Timor-Leste, a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for health, rehabilitation, education, and other services for people with disabilities. In partnership with the USAID/Timor-Leste NGO Advocacy for Good Governance Activity, implemented by Counterpart, the nonprofit has built their capacity and transformed their advocacy efforts and organizational practices—leading to greater impact and better service provision for people with disabilities. Through its partnership with Counterpart, CBRN-TL’s collaboration, visibility, and partnerships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, donors, and development partners, have significantly expanded.
