15/08/2019
Herman Monup Boyek
The Australian High Commission is running an exciting new initiative connecting PNG women entrepreneurs in tourism, creative industries and food industries with counterparts from indigenous Australia – the Laikim Sister program.
The Project is a business exchange initiative designed to strengthen cultural and business connections between indigenous women operators in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Laikim Sister will bring together 10 Indigenous Australian and 10 Papua New Guinean women business owners or operators into Port Moresby in October for one week and again into Cairns in November 2019.
The program is designed to spark innovation in the traditional foods, cultural tourism and creative industries through:
• ‘Look and See’: participants immersing themselves in experiences that expose them to new business ideas and creative and traditional practices.
• Storytelling: sharing cultural and personal stories that help facilitate connections beyond their professional domain.
• Tools: Practical business tools that support participants to take action for their growth.
Who can apply?
You are eligible to apply if:
• You own and manage a business in any of the following industries:
− Cultural Tourism
− Creative Arts
− Traditional Foods/Fare (including herbs and spices)
• You have been operating for minimum of five (5) years.
• You are 18 years or over.
How do you enter?
Download the Application Form at https://bit.ly/2KrTUXT
Send application via email to:
Ms Kila Tau
Program Manager, Inclusive Economic Growth
Email: [email protected]
Or deliver in-person at:
Womens Business Resource Centre
Ground Floor, Century 21 Building
Kunai Street, Hohola, Port Moresby
Entries must be submitted by close of business on Friday 23 August 2019