1 Aug, 2019 | News
Five outstanding Papua New Guineans were recognised as winners of the 2018 Papua New Guinea Australia Alumni Association (PNGAAA) Alumni Awards at a Reception held in Port Moresby on 19 July 2019. The event was attended by distinguished guests, PNGAAA alumni and representatives from various Australian education institutions.
The winners in the five awards categories include: Alumni of the Year Gertrude Tamade-Elai, Australian High Commission Papua New Guinea Women in Leadership Tina Mark, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Cheryl Mondo-Mulas, Young Leader Dr Izzard Aglua and Community Service Engagement Dr Hilda Audubo.
The Alumni Awards recognise and honour alumni who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, creativity and made outstanding contributions to their profession, community and Papua New Guinea and who have inspired others through their local, national and international connections and achievements.
PNGAAA President Dr Janet Rangou in congratulating the winners said Australia Awards alumni were integral to the future of Papua New Guinea and it was exciting to see their contributions formally recognised through these awards.
“The nominations attracted alumni members who are of the finest calibre and they should all be proud of their achievements,” added Dr Rangou.
“I congratulate all of the winners and shortlisted nominees and look forward to them continuing their outstanding contribution as PNGAAA Alumni.”
Nominations for the 2019 Alumni Awards will open later this year.
17 Jul, 2019 | Events, News, Working for a Better PNG
Port Moresby—22 July 2019
The Papua New Guinea Australia Alumni Association (PNGAAA) hosted its Alumni Conference on Friday, 19 July, providing 22 alumni a platform to showcase creative and innovative ideas on how they are contributing positively to the nation’s development.
Under the overall theme ‘Creative and Innovative Approaches for the Sustainable development of Papua New Guinea’, 22 alumni presented on their efforts as positive change-makers and leaders in priority sectors including agriculture, health and natural resources. Women’s role in leadership and positive change in rural and regional areas were also in focus.
The conference, which also involved representatives from government, private sector, civil society and development partners, saw two types of presentations: lightning presentation, which is a quick overview of a creative or innovative idea or actual initiative contributing to the sustainable development of PNG and full presentation, on a proposal or actual initiative that contributes to the sustainable development of PNG.
High-level attendees attended the conference which included Australian High Commission Minister Council Mr Andrew Egan and other senior representatives from the Private Sector.
PNGAAA President Janet Rangou – who achieved her PhD in education on an Australia Awards scholarship – said the conference aimed to ensure the rich knowledge and experiences of alumni was promoted and shared.
“The Conference served as a platform to share, inspire, collaborate and even garnish creative ideals for growth in smart, practical and creative projects that are relevant, cost effective and contribute to change in PNG. This is the space to welcome initiatives that are thought out by Papua New Guineans, for PNG and made in PNG for the wellbeing of PNG”, added Rangou.
Keynote speaker at the Conference, Managing Director of Australian Indigenous owned company Gidgee Group, Mr Sean Gordon, spoke about innovative initiatives that he’s been leading with Indigenous communities in Australia and the relevance to community and social development in Papua New Guinea.
Mr Gordon said stakeholder engagement is very important in achieving sustainable long-term solutions. “Everything I do is about relationships, I value my relationships with government and corporate bodies,” explained Mr Gordon.
The Conference was followed by an evening reception for alumni and Australian higher education institutions participating in the 2019 Australia Future Unlimited: Papua New Guinea Education Roadshow. The reception contributes to the enduring connections between Papua New Guinea and Australia generated by Australia Awards.
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24 Jun, 2019 | Events, News
The Papua New Guinea Australia Alumni Association (PNGAAA) held its 2019 Annual General Meeting for members at the Crown Hotel, Downtown, Port Moresby on Wednesday 26 June 2019 at 5pm.
Please view the Agenda :
PNGAAA AGM Meeting Agenda
Please view the Audited Financials:
PNGAAA 2018 Audit Report
PNGAAA 2017 Audit Report
Please view the Five-year Strategic Plan
PNGAAA Five-year Strategic Plan
Please view the Ambassador Program
PNGAAA Ambassador Program
26 Oct, 2018 | National Capital District, News
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28 Sep, 2018 | AROB, News
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9 Nov, 2017 | News
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25 Sep, 2017 | News
The Papua New Guinea Australia Alumni Association (PNGAAA) has launched its first ever alumni awards to recognise and honour outstanding Australian alumni in Papua New Guinea.
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14 Jul, 2017 | Enga, News
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