AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWomen in Emergency Response: Josepha Tok was named Best Medic at the 2026 National Emergency Response Challenge, where she was the only woman competing. She says the award shows women belong in emergency response. UPNG Governance: Vice-Chancellor Ian Findlay’s resignation, citing alleged bullying and disputes over governance, has prompted Prime Minister James Marape to call for Chancellor Sir Robert Igara to resign. Students are also demanding Igara’s departure and Findlay’s reinstatement. Preventing Gender-Based Violence: PNG’s GBV Secretariat says stronger provincial coordination, reliable funding and support for frontline groups are vital to delivering the national strategy. Consultations are also shaping a plan to engage men and boys in changing harmful attitudes. Learning and Opportunity: Fulbright tutors at Unitech helped more than 100 students build English, digital and job-seeking skills, while teacher Elias Wranga is promoting early, hands-on STEM learning. Preparing for El Niño: An appeal to government agencies and universities calls for better drought planning, combining scientific research with Indigenous knowledge to protect water supplies and gardens.
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