Midwife inspired to serve by her mum

Midwife inspired to serve by her mum

3 May, 2023 | In-PNG

Macdeel Kai thinks the best thing about being a midwife, “is being the first to be there for women who are about to bring forth a new life, and the first to share the joy and happiness with the women”. Macdeel almost didn’t become a midwife although she knew she...
Everyone can make a difference

Everyone can make a difference

19 Apr, 2023 | In-PNG, Secondary Teaching

Gethrude Waneng wanted to become a teacher to inspire young people and be a role model. She aims to show her students “that through commitment in education they can make a difference”. After completing a Bachelor of Education, (Secondary Teaching STEM) at St Peter...
Ismael Sunga’s career expansion.

Ismael Sunga’s career expansion.

23 Feb, 2023 | Australia Awards, News

“The impact my Australia Award had for my work is huge. I can now confidently perform my work and at the same time impart knowledge and skills to other colleagues. I encourage other public officials to apply for Australia Awards,” says Ismael Sunga, Assistant...
Nurse’s greatest achievement gaining a tertiary education

Nurse’s greatest achievement gaining a tertiary education

22 Feb, 2023 | In-PNG

“My dream is to become a doctor. It has been, ever since I was a child. However, getting into nursing college was an opportunity and I am glad I chose nursing,” says Yolanda Som, Australia Awards PNG alumna. Yolanda and more than 40 Papua New Guineans have been...