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Atkamba Community Learning Centre opens
A jubilant community in Atkamba village of Lower Ok Tedi, Kiunga Rural LLG witnessing the launch of their Community Learning Centre
The Atkamba Community now has access to a new Community Learning Centre (CLC), all thanks to funding from Nima Ara Women & Children’s Association.
On 24 August, the Waitri community members witnessed the official opening of their CLC. President for Nima Ara Association Ruth Ukin acknowledged all development partners for their support in completing the building. She says previous meetings were held under trees, open shelters, and community halls. Having the new building is important for the people.
President Ukin encouraged the people of Atkamba to take ownership and care for the new facility so nearby villages can have access to the building for training.
Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF) Chief Executive Officer Havini Vira, in attendance, says making a wise decision in the community, will benefit all for sustaining their lives through participating in any organized training conducted in the community. He told the people that OTDF in partnership with Fly River Provincial Government, PNG Sustainable Development Program (PNGSDP), and Mineral Resources Community Mine Continuation Agreement or M-R-C-M-C-A) will work together to bring changes in CMCA villages to help improve the lives of people.
Provincial Administrator Robert Alphonse Kaiyun in his remarks says setting up such an asset is important in line with Fly River Provincial Government’s plan in three key areas of Health, Education, and Agribusiness for self-sustainability in the future, in the event Ok Tedi Mine closes. Other dignitaries, school children, youths, and women were present to witness the ceremony.
This new facility consists of a solar power storage room, two bedrooms and a conference room for the training.
The Waitri Nima Ara Association has similar buildings in Bige and Komopkin villages in the Lower Ok Tedi region.
OTDF strives to achieve herd immunity
OTDF on par with the first dose of AstraZeneca vaccination
Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF) is encouraging its staff to get vaccinated to help keep themselves, their families and the communities they work with safe from COVID-19.
More than 90% of its staff and casual employees have received their first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine since the rollout of the vaccination program in June.
Currently, over 70 staff and casuals have received their first dose, including 10 dependents.
Executive Manager Program Services Eric Kuman said we hope by the end of this year, all staff and dependents will be fully vaccinated.
Currently, we are on track with over half the total staff members have received the first dose.
Proper marketing a concern for people in South Fly District
Man selling garden produce on the street
The plight of mothers to sell their garden produce in the South Fly CMCA region was discussed during the recent Trust Board meeting held on 29 June at the Cassowary Hotel in Kiunga.
President for Manawete Women and Children Association Mrs. Philma Samo said difficulty in selling fresh produce at an established market has been a problem for villagers in South Fly District.
“Our people have been involved in agricultural activities over the years but have no place to go and sell, the current issue is the market”, she said.
When presenting during the meeting, Mrs. Samo said rice farming had increased, including vanilla, rubber, and eaglewood in Manawete region.
“But locals in 20 villages have no access to a market, to sell their produce so it is time now we should set one up,” she said.
Mrs. Samo brought forward a plea by the people, to provide good economic development and sustainable projects tailored to the needs of the people in the region.
She said Village Development Funds (VDF) should be used wisely to change the living standards of people post mine life.
This year’s budget allocation of K1.39 million for Manawete trust will be used for community development projects including education assistance to students from the Manawete region of the CMCA .
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Operating independently of OTML since 2009, we are proud to have 50 full-time staff, 60 part-time staff, and committed volunteers throughout Western Province dedicated to ensuring our objectives and goals are aligned with those of the communities for which we serve.
To date, we have achieved significant outcomes across our investment portfolio and all five pillars of CMCA community development.
Economic Development
From inception as an independent organisation in 2010, OTDF has worked tirelessly with the CMCA communities to establish family and village-based economic and food production options.
Women's & Youth Development
Developing women and youth aspirations following the intensive consultative community engagement in the communities and mine villages.
Infrastructure Development
OTDF continues to focus on infrastructure delivery for communities to gain easier access to regional centres and government services, and to get produce to markets.
Community Health
The OTDF Strategic 5-year plan goal for the Health Sector is the CMCA primary health care service delivery strengthened and in line with the Western Province & National Health Plans.
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The OTDF Education Sector goals are to improve to quality education services, improve teacher education and training.
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