Papua New Guinea

 

Papua New Guinea has a young population, with a median age of 21 years, yet just 57 percent of the population are able to read and write. 88 percent of people in Papua New Guinea live in rural areas, where access to basic facilities such as health services is more difficult.  In addition, Papua New Guinea is made up of thousands of separate communities many of which have their own language, customs and traditions, with has resulted in some tribal conflict.

Papua New Guinea is rich with natural resources including minerals, oil, gas and timber. More than 75% of the population relies on agriculture as a livelihood.

Papua New Guinea Programs

 

Women & Children's Programs Child Protection Programs
HIV & AIDS Projects

Women and Children's health program in PNG

We aim to provide health support to mothers and children in villages across Papua New Guinea.

Save the Children Child Protection Programs in PNG

We work with government and local NGO's to provide safe environments for vulnerable children in Papua New Guinea.

HIV & AIDS Projects in PNG

PNG is experiencing a rapidly escalating HIV epidemic. We work to support, educate and build awareness of HIV & AIDS.