Turning purpose into impact
About us
Ruang Tengah, Indonesian for Space in the Middle, is about bringing balance, dialogue, and shared space.
We are a boutique communications and knowledge firm helping organizations turn purpose into impact. Rooted in Southeast Asia, we bring regional insight, global experience, and a deep understanding of development and philanthropy.
We work with partners advancing equitable, sustainable, and resilient futures. Our approach bridges analysis and storytelling—turning complex ideas into clear narratives that strengthen visibility, influence, and connection.
With experience supporting multilateral agencies, development programs, foundations, and policy initiatives, we help clients communicate with clarity and credibility, building momentum for change that lasts.
Meet the Founder
Sondang Sirait is a communications strategist with more than two decades of experience working across Southeast Asia in international development, economic cooperation, and public policy. She has led communications for major donor-funded programs, multilateral initiatives, and cross-border partnerships, including work on trade, gender, skills, sustainability, and inclusive economic growth.
Sondang’s work focuses on helping organizations articulate purpose, translate evidence into compelling stories, and communicate results that resonate with governments, communities, and global partners. She has worked extensively with Australian and Indonesian institutions, regional development programs, and multilateral organizations, and is known for her ability to bridge perspectives, shape strategy, and champion communication that makes impact visible and accessible.
Strategic communications and insight for organizations shaping equitable and sustainable futures
Ruang Tengah is a boutique communications and knowledge consultancy based in Southeast Asia. We help purpose-driven organizations transform ideas into narratives that inspire action and drive lasting change.
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Strategic advisory
Strengthening purpose, positioning, and influence
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Insight and knowledge transition
Making complex ideas clear, accessible, and actionable
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Storytelling and creative delivery
Bringing evidence and human stories together with clarity and care
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Capacity strengthening and facilitation
Building communication skills that support inclusion, resilience, and wellbeing
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Program and partnership support
Helping organizations embed communication into their impact journey
Contact us
Let’s work together.
If you’re building programs, partnerships, or initiatives that aim to create meaningful change, Ruang Tengah can help you communicate with clarity and purpose.

