The Kimbe Assistance Project Inc.

The Kimbe Assistance Project Inc. is an Australian charity dedicated to supporting communities in Papua New Guinea, particularly in the Kimbe region, through targeted initiatives in education and healthcare. By focusing on sustainable development, the project aims to empower local populations by providing resources and training rather than temporary aid, fostering long-term improvements in living standards and community resilience.

Education and Health Empowerment Initiative

The flagship activity of The Kimbe Assistance Project Inc. is its comprehensive support for education and healthcare in the Kimbe Diocese. The charity regularly sends containers filled with school supplies, library books, textbooks, computers, and vocational tools, as well as medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walking frames, and hospital furniture. A standout initiative includes providing portable ultrasound machines and organising training courses for midwives, significantly improving maternal and child health outcomes in remote areas. Additionally, the project has installed solar-powered lighting in health clinics, enhancing access to care after dark. These efforts are designed to give communities a hand up, not a hand out, promoting self-reliance and sustainable growth.

Mission and Vision

The mission of The Kimbe Assistance Project Inc. is to improve the quality of life for people in the Kimbe region by addressing critical gaps in education and healthcare. Its vision is to create lasting, positive change by equipping individuals and communities with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive independently.

Main Objectives

• Deliver essential educational resources and medical supplies to underserved communities.
• Provide training and capacity-building for local healthcare workers and educators.
• Implement sustainable solutions, such as solar energy, to improve access to services.
• Foster community empowerment and self-sufficiency through collaborative projects.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are children, students, teachers, healthcare workers, and families in the Kimbe region. Special attention is given to mothers and newborns, particularly in areas with high birth rates and limited access to medical facilities.

Types of Services or Activities

• Distribution of school stationery, books, and educational technology.
• Supply of medical equipment and hospital furnishings.
• Provision of portable ultrasound machines and midwife training.
• Installation of solar-powered lighting in health clinics.
• Fundraising initiatives to support ongoing projects and resource delivery.

References

Below are the main sources used to compile this information:

• Our Lady Help of Christians Parish – Kimbe Assistance Project
• PMC – Making a difference with ultrasound in PNG
• Chuffed – Portable Ultrasound Machine Makes a Difference in Papua New Guinea