Femili PNG’s Community Outreach Team in Goroka conducted a series of advocacy and awareness activities throughout February, focusing on critical social issues including Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Family and Sexual Violence (FSV), Child Abuse, and Sorcery Accusation-Related Violence (SARV).
From 16–20 February, the team implemented a one-week outreach program that engaged diverse groups such as students, market vendors, community leaders, youths, pastors, village court officials and members of the community. The program included awareness sessions in different locations and information stalls, allowing the team to directly engage with communities and share important information about prevention, support services and the referral pathways.
The outreach aimed to educate communities, strengthen partnerships, and encourage early intervention in cases of FSV and child abuse. By working closely with local leaders and community members, Femili PNG continues to promote safer communities and ensure that survivors of violence know where to seek help.
In total, ten activities were conducted across nine locations, reaching 1,069 individuals, including both adults and children. These sessions provided vital information on violence prevention, child protection, referral pathways, and the importance of seeking support when abuse occurs.
Community and Outreach Officer Clement Titus reported that activities were carried out at Waiyarapo Primary School, Daulo District, University of Goroka, Lopi Market, Segu Market, Waterise Village, and the 7-Mile and Ifuifuia communities. The outreach strengthened partnerships with educational institutions, marketplaces, and local communities, demonstrating the importance of collaboration in addressing violence and protecting vulnerable individuals.
Femili PNG remains committed to continuing its outreach efforts across Papua New Guinea, advocating for the protection of women and children, supporting survivors, and building safer, more resilient communities.
