Youth Resource Week 2025 in Papua New Guinea: SIGN UP ONLINE

Youth Resource Week 2025 in Papua New Guinea Youth Resource Week 2025 is here! Scheduled to take place from March 24-28, 2025, in the vibrant city of Port Moresby, this event promises to be an incredible opportunity for the youth of Papua New Guinea (PNG). Organized by the National Youth Development Authority (NYDA) and supported by various government, non-governmental, and private sector partners.

Youth Resource Week aims to engage and empower young people with valuable skills, resources, and mentorship. 

SEE THE LINK BELOW TO SIGN UP via the official Youth Resource Week website

SEE THE LINK BELOW TO SIGN UP ONLINE

What is Youth Resource Week? 

Youth Resource Week is an annual event dedicated to providing young people in PNG with opportunities, skills, and mentorship to help them thrive. It is part of the larger Youth Mobilisation Campaign, which seeks to activate disengaged youth and build long-term engagement. By bringing together both the public and private sectors, this event offers pathways for education, employment, and entrepreneurship. 

This Year's Event: Dates, Place, and Hosts

• Dates: March 24-28, 2025
• Place: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
• Hosts: The National Youth Development Authority (NYDA) organises the event in collaboration with various governmental and nongovernmental organizations and private sector partners. 

Exciting Activities 

This year's Youth Resource Week is filled with a variety of engaging activities designed to cater to different interests and needs. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect: 

• Workshops and Seminars: Explore entrepreneurship, career development, and personal growth topics. Learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights that can shape your future.
• Skill Development Sessions: Participate in hands-on training in digital literacy, vocational skills, and creative arts. Enhance your skills and discover new passions.
• Mentorship Programs: Connect with experienced professionals who can offer guidance and support. Build relationships that can help you navigate your career journey.
• Networking Events: Meet and mingle with peers, potential employers, and community leaders. Expand your network and create opportunities for collaboration.
• Cultural and Recreational Activities: Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of PNG through music, dance, and sports. Have fun while building a sense of community. 

Help and Support Available 

Youth Resource Week is not just about activities and fun—it's also about providing the support and resources you need to find a job and succeed. Throughout the event, you'll have access to: 

• Career Counseling: Receive personalised advice on your career path and job opportunities.
• Educational Resources: Explore options for further education and training programs.
• Health and Wellness Support: Access information and services related to physical and mental well-being.
• Financial Literacy: Learn about managing finances, budgeting, and saving for the future. 

Join the Movement! 

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of Youth Resource Week 2025. Whether you're looking to gain new skills, make valuable connections, or simply have a great time, this event has something for everyone. 

For more information and to register, visit the official Youth Resource Week website https://www.youthresourceweekpng.com/

Youth Participation: A Bridge to Opportunities - Nigel Akuani

Port Moresby: Real opportunities that benefit young people bring about effective youth participation.

This reflective statement was made by the Year-Eleven students of Jubilee Catholic Secondary during their talk on the topic ‘Youth Participation in Decision Making’ on TribeFM’s Chatroom program of Wednesday 13th November.

In their discussion the students dealt with a definition of the topic, its importance, factors affecting participation, importance of role models, recommendations and a call for the government to assist with the empowering of young people.

Jamieson Lalaga defined youth as a period of transition from the dependence of childhood to the independence of adulthood. He said that adults need to understand this. 

“This transition allows a young person’s consciousness, active participation, creativity, independence and ability to take responsibility for their actions. Effective youth participation is about creating opportunities for young people to be involved in influencing, shaping, designing and contributing to policy and the development of services and programs,” he said.

Ian Waho stressed the importance of youth participation in decision making and said it was essential for young people to contribute effectively and positively to society.

Solange Dawana spoke of the proper role models in society. 

“Youth involvement in decision making is lacking in Papua New Guinea because many young people today do not have someone positive to look up to,” she said. “In Papua New Guinea we tend to give the upper hand to the elders in our society because of our respect for them. To achieve cooperation, participation and workflow in society, young people have to be acknowledged and given the opportunity to act,” she added.

Felicianna Konga concluded the discussions recommending that the elders in society to provide pathways necessary for young people to contribute on matters. 

“They need to be given a chance to speak their minds, if not, they will tend to look for it elsewhere.  They will be going against adult supervision without a second thought as to whether their decisions are good or bad,” she said.

Chatroom’s next session on Wednesday 20th November will have Students of St Charles L’wanga Secondary and Specialists from UNICEF discuss the importance of the upcoming ‘International Children’s Day’.