• Public Affairs

    We deliver rigorous, evidence-based public affairs analysis to help consultancies, government agencies, and community stakeholders navigate complex political and policy environments. Our approach integrates qualitative and quantitative research, stakeholder engagement, and nuanced contextual insight to evaluate current policies and craft actionable, future-focused strategies.

    Whether you’re managing regulatory shifts, advocating for policy change, or assessing the social and political impact of initiatives, we provide clear, data-driven insights informed by real-world experience and aligned with your strategic goals.

    Our public affairs services include:

    Policy research and briefing papers

    Legislative and regulatory impact assessments

    Political risk and opportunity analysis

    Stakeholder mapping, engagement, and consultation

    We simplify complexity and empower you to influence policy and decision-makers with confidence and clarity.

  • Strategic Communications

    Our approach blends deep policy knowledge with communications expertise to help you navigate high-stakes environments, manage reputational risk, and deliver messages that resonate with clarity, authority, and impact.

    Whether you’re managing a sensitive issue, launching a public campaign, or communicating a major initiative, we help you shape narratives that lead to action.

    Our strategic communications services include:

    Message development and narrative framing

    Crisis and issues communication strategy

    Stakeholder and media engagement planning

    Speechwriting, briefings, and thought leadership content

    Campaign design for public, political, or sectoral impact

    We help you speak with purpose—so you can lead with confidence and credibility in an increasingly noisy world.

  • Policy Analysis & Design

    We offer rigorous, strategic policy analysis and tailored advice to help companies, government partners, and NGOs navigate complex policy environments and deliver outcomes that matter.

    With Manu’s unique background with wide-ranging depth and international perspective, we bring a rare blend of analytical approach, political insight, and real-world perspective to every engagement.

    We break down complexity and translate it into actionable recommendations—grounded in evidence, informed by lived experience, and aligned with your organisational goals.

    Whether you're shaping new legislation, responding to regulatory change, or developing public programs, we provide:

    In-depth policy research and situational analysis

    Briefing papers and strategic options reports

    Regulatory and legislative impact assessments

    Stakeholder mapping and consultation strategy

    Practical, future-ready policy recommendations

    Implementation planning and risk mitigation support

    We help you lead with insight—translating data, dialogue, and detail into clear policy direction and informed decision-making.

  • International Affairs

    We offer strategic international affairs insight to help organisations navigate the complexities of diplomacy, global policy, and international engagement.

    With Manu’s background with government in India and experience of engaging with high-profile global stakeholders, combined with experience in Australia, we bring a rare, international lens and deep geopolitical understanding to every challenge —bridging worlds, translating nuance, and aligning global strategies with local realities.

    Whether you're working with multilateral institutions, managing bilateral relationships, or positioning your clients in international markets, we help you navigate the global landscape with clarity and foresight.

    Our international affairs services include:

    Global stakeholder analysis and diplomatic engagement strategy

    Multilateral institution engagement and advocacy

    International policy briefings and risk assessments

    Strategic positioning in global development and foreign affairs arenas

    Cross-cultural communication and narrative alignment

    We help you think globally and act with precision—so your voice carries influence across borders, cultures, and institutions.

  • International Development

    Our approach is rooted in policy expertise, stakeholder engagement, and a deep understanding of the political and cultural dimensions that shape development work. Whether you're responding to donor priorities, advancing SDG-aligned initiatives, or managing complex multi-stakeholder partnerships, we offer the clarity, strategy, and adaptability needed to deliver results in dynamic international environments.

    Our international development services include:

    Program design and strategic planning

    Policy alignment and government engagement

    Monitoring, evaluation, and impact reporting

    Stakeholder consultation and capacity-building strategy

    Narrative and communications support for donor visibility

    We help you bridge strategy and impact—so your development work drives real progress, where it matters most.

  • Media Relations

    In a fast-paced, high-stakes media environment, we help you build trusted relationships with journalists, frame your narrative with impact, and stay ahead of the story—whether you're promoting a policy, responding to scrutiny, or seeking to shift public sentiment.

    Our media relations services include:

    Media strategy and messaging

    Press release and media kit development

    Media training and spokesperson preparation

    Relationship building with key journalists and outlets

    Proactive and reactive media engagement and crisis response

    We help you tell the right story, the right way—so your message is not only heard, but trusted and remembered.

  • Policy Briefs and Reports

    Whether you're making the case for reform, evaluating a program, or contributing to a multilateral agenda, we deliver content that is concise, credible, and strategically aligned with your goals.

    Our services in policy publications include:

    Policy briefs and backgrounders

    Research-based reports and white papers

    Legislative summaries and briefing notes

    Monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) reports

    Stakeholder-facing summaries and advocacy documents

    We ensure your voice is clear, authoritative, and actionable—so your work can drive evidence-based change where it matters most.

  • Corporate Social Responsibility

    In an era where the social license to operate is more critical than ever, we help you create CSR initiatives that are transparent, values-driven, and grounded in real partnerships with stakeholders. From early-stage strategy to impact evaluation and storytelling, we work with you to build trust, demonstrate leadership, and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.

    Our CSR services include:

    CSR strategy development and alignment with ESG goals

    Stakeholder mapping, engagement, and consultation

    Program design and community partnership frameworks

    Impact measurement and reporting

    Communications and visibility strategy for CSR initiatives

    We help you turn responsibility into leadership—by building CSR programs that resonate, deliver, and stand up to public and stakeholder scrutiny.

  • Sustainability

    We help organisations communicate and implement their sustainability goals with clarity, credibility, and strategic impact. Whether you're an enterprise advancing toward net-zero, a consultancy advising on ESG, or a government contractor integrating sustainability into core operations, Manu provides the insight and narrative expertise to ensure your efforts are understood, trusted, and embraced by key stakeholders.

    With a deep understanding of global sustainability standards, policy frameworks, and public sentiment, we bridge the gap between ambition and action—helping you craft strategies, messages, and reports that reflect both progress and purpose.

    From emissions reduction to circular economy models, we support sustainability initiatives that drive measurable outcomes while building your reputation as a responsible, future-ready organisation.

    Our sustainability services include:

    Sustainability and ESG strategy communications

    Net-zero and decarbonisation messaging

    Stakeholder engagement on environmental initiatives

    Sustainability reporting and disclosures

    Public affairs alignment with environmental policy

    We help you turn sustainability from a compliance exercise into a leadership position—building trust, influence, and long-term value in a changing world.

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