Across the country, women are leading change by supporting the vulnerable, building businesses, improving health and education, advocating for justice, and inspiring others.
The Pride of PNG Women Awards is an awards program that celebrates exceptional Papua New Guinean women whose actions strengthen their communities.
She is the Pride of her Family, the Pride of her Community, and the Pride of PNG.
Initiated in 2007, the Pride of PNG Women Awards is the flagship program of CPL Foundation Inc., in partnership with the Post Courier and the Patron of the Awards, the Governor-General of Papua New Guinea, His Excellency Grand Chief Sir Bob Dadae.
More than 90 Papua New Guinean women have been recognised through the Awards since 2007.
Beyond recognition, CPL Foundation provides ongoing support to strengthen and expand the work these women are leading in their communities.
14th Pride of PNG Women Awards 2026 - Winners
HEALTH AND WELLBEING AWARD WINNER
Sr. Bolena Azimo
Waniati Maternal Waiting Home
Advancing maternal healthcare and safer childbirth in rural Eastern Highlands Province communities.
ENTERPRISE & INNOVATION AWARD WINNER
Julie Rereve
Maura Business Group
Empowering cocoa farmers through Enterprise and Innovation in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville
BRAVERY AND COURAGE AWARD WINNER
Miriam Francis
Gama Village Court
Advocating justice and protection for women and children in Mutzing, Morobe Province
RISING STAR AWARD WINNER
Theresa So'on
Student Leader, University of Papua New Guinea
Championing student leadership, wellbeing and professional development initiatives as a Medical Science Student
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS AWARD WINNER
Emma Oliver
East New Britain Sea Keepers
Promoting marine conservation in East New Britain through science, education and community engagement
CARE AND COMPASSION AWARD WINNER
Joan Luek
Miles of Strength
Empowering women in Lae through mentorship, training and practical support
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