Advancing PNG: Women Leaders Network (APNGWLN) is a nationwide network of women leaders in Papua New Guinea who were brought together through the Global Women in Management (GWIM) program.
Through a shared commitment to mutual empowerment and transformation of livelihoods, these women are dedicated to grassroots change, community development, and national progress through leadership, collaboration, and service—embodying the spirit of “your dream is my dream.”
While APNGWLN is a network of women leaders, it is not solely focused on women’s advancement; it is a woman-led movement committed to building resilient communities and strong families across Papua New Guinea.
Through their leadership, the women leaders drive inclusive solutions that uplift entire communities—ensuring that men, women, and youth alike benefit from stronger support systems, shared values, and sustainable development at every level of society – whether it is in a village, classroom, corporate office or family circle.
Meet our Board and Secretariat Team and learn more about the women leaders and their entities that make up APNGWLN Inc.
Advancing PNG Women Leaders Network participated in the recent 2025 Walk Against Corruption with the integrity message: My Constitution! My Responsibility!
- Rural PNG Value-Adding Small Grants – NOW CLOSED
𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐍𝐆 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞-𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭s 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 – 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 Thank you to everyone who sent in their submissions for the 𝘙𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘕𝘎 𝘝𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘦-𝘈𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴! We have received a huge number of submissions, which will now go through the process of review and screening, and we will be in touch with the applicants by July. If you have missed out… Read more: Rural PNG Value-Adding Small Grants – NOW CLOSED - Local Level Government Observers Workshop: A Step Forward in Electoral Transparency
Port Moresby, NCD The Local Level Government (LLG) Observers Workshop concluded a two-day training program from 26th – 27th April, 2025 aimed at enhancing election observation practices across six target provinces in Papua New Guinea. The training, which commenced with Central Province, brought together 21 participants, including 15 observers plus a Lead from Central and five team leaders representing Milne Bay, Eastern Highlands Province (EHP), Chimbu,… Read more: Local Level Government Observers Workshop: A Step Forward in Electoral Transparency - Rural PNG Value Adding Small Grants – OfficiallyLaunched!
Advancing PNG Women Leaders Network Officially Launches Rural Small Grants Initiative Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – April 25, 2025 In a landmark event celebrating community empowerment, the Advancing PNG Women Leaders Network (APNGWLN) officially launched the Rural PNG Value Adding Small Grants today at their office. The occasion was marked by an inspiring keynote address by Keynote Speaker Ms Diane Kambanei, Director, National Gender-Based… Read more: Rural PNG Value Adding Small Grants – OfficiallyLaunched! - COMING SOON! SMALL GRANTS SCHEME
We are excited to announce soon the Rural PNG Value Adding Small Grants Scheme that will be launched Friday 25th April, 2025! Visit GRANTS website for more information!
Launching of Boera Tailoring Hub and Graduation of 40 Seamstresses with a dream of establishing a Clothing Factory
APNGWLN celebrated 10 years in February 2024 and we look forward to the next 10 years and beyond
APNGWLN Member Entities and Organisations
GWIM Alumni and PNG Members Alumni
