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Six female scholars chart course for maritime career
Six women are charting a course in the maritime sector under a continuing partnership between Australia Awards Papua New Guinea and Steamships/Swire consortium that’s building practical skills and supporting gender equality. The Australia Awards Maritime Scholarships...
Health Economics graduates making an impact in PNG
Health professionals from Papua New Guinea (PNG), who completed a 12-week Graduate Certificate in Health Economics at Griffith University last year, have returned home keen to apply their new skills and make a difference. 23 health workers participated in the study...
Persistence pays for Engan farmer Tony
From planting and logistical challenges to getting produce to market as efficiently as possible, farmers all over the world face similar challenges. Living with a disability at the same time might make those challenges seem overwhelming – but not for Engan farmer Tony...
Counsellors empower individuals and strengthen communities across PNG
The most effective counselling has the power to have a positive ripple effect and goes beyond the individual client to empower families and communities. From working to prevent gender-based violence in Lae to delivering counselling support at the community level in...
Female maritime cadets aim high on the high seas
From Papua New Guinea to Singapore, New Caledonia, Fiji and Australia, five young Papua New Guinean women are following their dreams of becoming future deck officers in the maritime industry – and experiencing new cultures and professional challenges in the process....
Health is wealth: Australia Awards scholars contributing to a healthy PNG
When it comes to drivers of social and economic development, access to quality healthcare and a healthy population, are critical. Australia Awards Scholarships continue to support Papua New Guineans to develop their skills and knowledge in the health sector – among...