Institute of Papua New Guinea Studies (IPNGS)

The event was held recently featuring presentations from NCC and IPNGS staff, as well as esteemed guests.

The highlight of the occasion was the launch of "Celebrating Cultural Diversity: Student Essays," a publication that originated from an essay competition held in 2022. Grade 11 and 12 students from selected schools in Port Moresby participated in the competition by sharing their thoughts on cultural diversity and its significance for Papua New Guinea.

With IPNGS approaching its 50th anniversary, there are currently significant infrastructural developments underway, including the construction of new offices, the expansion and modernization of archival and library facilities, and the removal of old housing and trees to construct a conference center.

IPNGS's acting director, Christopher Puio, is overseeing the changes, and the developments aim to highlight the country's intangible cultural heritage, and these changes represent exciting prospects for IPNGS and Papua New Guinea.