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 , Secretariat and Provincial Hubs Team and learn more about the women leaders and their entities that make up APNGWLN Inc.
2026: SMART, SAFE AND HEALTHY YEAR
- 2026 GWIM Alumni Summit – Tuesday 24 March 11pm
The Global Women Alumnae Summit 2026 will be taking place online at 11pm (PNG time).Join us for a session that will connect alumnae of women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, and economic advancement training programs delivered by Counterpart International and the former WomenLead Institute (WLI). The event will feature distinguished speakers from the public and private sectors – Cassandra M. McZeal, Community Investments Senior Advisor, Socioeconomic Management, Pubblich… Read more: 2026 GWIM Alumni Summit – Tuesday 24 March 11pm - 5th Biennial General Meeting & Members Week 2026
The APNGWLN Biennial General Meeting for March has been re-scheduled to Thursday 23rd April, 2026. This will be at the end of the Members’ Week event where financial members will gather for various presentations, training sessions including Civic Advocacy Training in preparation for upcoming National Elections. We look forward to meeting the APNGWLN Members located in the Provinces and NCD to gather for an intensive,… Read more: 5th Biennial General Meeting & Members Week 2026 - Build Relationships before you need them – Lady of a Thousand Tribes
The Tribal Foundation Inc. hosted the consecutive 3rd “Live2Lead” PNG 2026 Conference in partnership with John Maxwell Foundation. It took place on 23rd February and amongst the key speakers from high calibre of leadership was Ms Lynda Babao. Her speech she shared on her facebook page: Lady of a Thousand Tribes and she shares the first lesson on Leadership : Build Relationships before you need… Read more: Build Relationships before you need them – Lady of a Thousand Tribes - Steamships Team visit to APNGWLN
Advancing PNG Women Leaders Network office had a lovely short visit by the Steamships Team on Thursday 26th February, 2026. Geoff Cundle, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of John Swire and Sons (Australia) Pty Limited accompanied by Ruth Kissam, General Manager , Corporate Affairs and Kurere Matanzana, Government and External Affairs Manager.APNGWLN was one of the select Civil Society Organisations and Community based organisations they… Read more: Steamships Team visit to APNGWLN
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
