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Monday, March 31, 2025

Solar lights up young couple's SME dreams

Small and medium enterprise (SME) owners can now operate at night, thanks to the distribution of Household Solar Kits through the CGISP project. Jacob Davana and Benedine Kone are a young couple among the 1,080 households from Okangsira Ward, located an hour's drive from the Panguna mine in the Ioro Number 1 Community Government of Eivo-Torau in Central Bougainville, who have received a solar kit.

Solar lights helping SME owners operate trade store at night in Okansira Ward in Ioro Number 1 Community Government of Eivo – Torau Constituency in Central Bougainville

Solar lights up young couple's SME dreams

Small and medium enterprise (SME) owners can now operate at night, thanks to the distribution of Household Solar Kits through the CGISP project. Jacob...

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Dorothy Leads the Charge for Clean and Healthy Living in Torowa

Through the support of the PNG Australia Partnership and the Western Province Partnership (WPP), World Vision were able to facilitate a Community-Led Total...

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Clean Hands Promote Sustainability

World Vision, with the support of the Australian Government through the Water for Women fund was able to implement WASH programs into schools in Daru...

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Rural Community declared as Open Defection Free

Through the support of the Australian Government through - DFAT, the Western Province Partnership (WPP) and World Vision were able to facilitate programs...

Health & Livelihoods

Kamo’s Bold Decision for Health and Nutrition

Kamo Kukuwa, a dedicated Village Health Assistant and farmer, opted for a vasectomy to support his wife’s health and prioritize nutrition for their family.

FAITH IN ACTION

A community-based organisation in Mendi benefits from World Vision training

Timothy Mako and Sandra Yambaki founded the Southstar Sports Development Association (SSDA) in Mendi, Southern Highlands, in 2018 to help at-risk youth...

DISASTER RISK REDUCTION

Disaster Risk Reduction Training in Southern Highlands Drives Peacebuilding

World Vision's Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) training in Sepionda, Southern Highlands, has been a turning point for local communities facing the growing...

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Partnership brings safe water and health to Kapara Village

Yanauo shares how traditional bamboo water collection evolved into using plastic containers as their village lacked a safe water source, causing children...

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From Forgotten to Flourishing - The Transformation of Sayang village

Sayang village in Markham District, Morobe, had long been overlooked for development until the 2024 Water for Women (WfW) Markham WasH project, supported...

HEALTH & LIVELIHOODS

Community Embraces Clean Water After Years of Relying on Unsafe Sources

After years of drinking unsafe water, a small community now enjoys clean water at their doorstep thanks to the Water Catchment project initiated by the...

HEALTH & LIVELIHOODS

Children on Path to Health Recovery Through Nutrition Program

A baseline survey finds underweight or malnourished children in a community. The Positive Deviance Hearth Program, this project gives hope to these...

HEALTH & LIVELIHOODS

Nutrition Program gives undernourished children a healthy start

A baseline survey finds underweight or malnourished children in a community in Papua New Guinea. Through the WOVEN project, the Positive Deviance Hearth...

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NUTRITION SENSITIVE AGRICULTURE

Feast for Health: How Balanced Meals Keep the Doctors Away

Children in Awaba improved in school after their parents learned to make gardens and prepare balanced meals through the BEAN Project, highlighting...

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Climate Smart Agriculture for Nutrition

Empowered to become a Champion Farmer and Family Advocate through the Better & Enhanced Agriculture for Nutrition Project (BEAN)

Alphie, a farmer from Kotale village in Delta Fly, Western Province of Papua New Guinea, improved his agricultural and nutritional practices through the...

Jamica's health improves through WOVEN Project

Rebecca and Castro from South Bougainville, thrive through World Vision's Woven Project, overcoming nutrition challenges with their daughter Jamica.

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LIVELIHOODS & RESILIENCE

Rachel's Journey to Cultivating Resilience

The impact of the project extends beyond cocoa management, touching upon behavior change in farmers regarding gender and disability inclusion, savings, and...

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LIVELIHOODS AND RESILIENCE

Brave Chairman Leads as Strong Advocate for the Usino Cocoa Project

Although visually impaired, Henry is a staunch believer in the project as he leads the Kou Cooperative with inspiration and action.

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SAVINGS FOR TRANSFORMATION

It's not too late yet for Phillip

The marketing training had a profound impact on Phillip, motivating him to start a poultry business with the help and support from the savings group, he...

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LIVELIHOODS AND RESILIENCE

Azaneth is equipped to complete education through the WOVEN S4T Program

Azaneth values S4T training, which has given her vital knowledge for saving to support her education. With this knowledge, she assists her dad's cocoa...

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RESILIENCE AND LIVELIHOODS

Prosperity Through Sustainable Climate Smart and Inclusive Cocoa Family Farming

Luis, a dedicated individual in Papua New Guinea, reflects on his second year with the Gigaso Cooperative, managing a successful cacao nursery. His efforts...

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LIVELIHOODS & RESILIENCE

Cocoa production enhanced through practical and sustainable skills transfer

The ripple effect of Isaac’s dedication and the project’s impact extends beyond his cocoa block. As a proud father, he shares that his oldest son has...

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LIVELIHOODS & RESILIENCE

Empowering Women Farmers: Inspiring hope for Sustainable Agriculture

Getari, a farmer with Kou Cooperative Society in Madang’s Usino District, transformed her cocoa block, empowering women in her community. Trained by World...

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LIVELIHOODS & RESILIENCE

Harvesting Hope: World Vision's Impact on Communities Through ANCP-Funded Project

World Vision's Usino Cocoa Project transforms lives, empowering communities through agriculture, education, and inclusivity. Maunzce's success exemplifies...

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RESILIENCE & LIVELIHOODS

Diana Overcomes Disability: A Remarkable Journey of Resilience and Triumph

Diana, a single mother of five, transforms her cocoa block through World Vision's project, empowering her with financial literacy and farming skills. Her...