01/04/2026
The Eastern Highlands Provincial Health Authority recognised the crucial role women play in shaping the health sector during its first open-air celebration of International Women’s Day.
The event marked the first time EHPHA hosted an outdoor celebration, bringing together women from its directorates who were nominated and awarded certificates of recognition. Twenty-four women received awards under three categories: Leadership Excellence, Academic Excellence, and Long Service.
The celebration was held in line with the International Women’s Day theme, 'Strengthening Women, Protecting Rights, Building Papua New Guinea.'
Community representative Jean Jano encouraged women to support and uplift one another, stressing the importance of unity among women. “Be proud that you’re a woman,” Jano firmly told the women in attendance.
Senior Inspector Ben Neno echoed the message and called on men to respect women and do the right thing in their daily lives.
The valuable activities on the day were hosted by the EHPHA team and concluded with light refreshments and entertainment.
