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On November 8th, our Mobile Clinic team gathered for an important meeting with birth attendants in the coastal village of Teyava. Dressed in their CFK uniforms, the birth attendants came together to participate in reporting that aimed to enhance their skills and knowledge. This contact is crucial as it empowers these dedicated individuals to continue providing essential care to the community.

We’ve captured a moment from the meeting, which you can check out in the photo. While we apologise for the quality, we’re grateful to have these images as a reminder of our work together.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors and donors. Your generous support makes this vital work possible and helps us continue to improve healthcare in underrepresented areas.

Stay tuned for more updates as we strive to make a difference in the lives of those in Teyava and beyond!

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We’re thrilled to announce that our mobile health clinics have successfully completed their first visits to expectant mothers on the island! After a year-long pause due to funding challenges, they’re back and ready to serve our communities.

Midwives from the Louisa Health Centre, along with our dedicated Village Birth Attendant (VBA) coordinator, have reached mothers, babies, and VBAs in remote villages.

We celebrate this significant milestone and recognise all who contributed to making this possible. This is just the beginning of our journey!

#KiriwinaHealth #MobileClinic #CommunityCare #MaternitySupport #HealthyMoms #VBAs #TogetherWeCan, #Caringforkiriwina, #caringforkiriwinavbas, #Losuiahealthcentre

Some images from some of the CFK VBA meetings. Header Image: Kilivila one meeting,

Kilivila two meeting
Kilivila two second group meeting-omarakana-kulakewa and kaulagu not present
Kuboma (VBA) meeting

We’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to P&O Cruises Australia for their invaluable support in making a significant difference in the lives of the women and children of Kiriwina. Thanks to their generous assistance, our donations were safely delivered earlier this month. The ship’s officer delivered birthing kits directly to our CFK representatives who were eagerly awaiting the ships arrival.

Due to a lack of transport and the closure of the airport, the isolated community of Kiriwina has been facing exorbitant delivery costs and desperate circumstances. The impact of P&O Cruises Australia’s support cannot be overstated.

We are thrilled to be able to continue this wonderful partnership and are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work together. P&O Cruises Australia, we appreciate you and the positive impact you have made on the lives of those in need. A huge thank you to Lynne Scrivens and Simone Pighini for working so collaboratively with us to achieve such a successful outcome.

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Thanks to the wonderful generosity of the knitters from the Belrose and Willandra Village, and St Swithuns Church, our CFK mothers and their babies now have stunning new knits to cherish. Special thanks to Sandy and her husband, John, for their exceptional efforts in managing the donations. Last week, our incredible in-country manager, Toks, captured some beautiful photos of our mothers and babies adorned in their new knits. This heartwarming sight is sure to bring a smile to your face :).

Keep an eye out for more photos to come …

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Our agents in Kaibola, Losuia, and Alotau have all received much-needed new phones. Communication is vital, and although internet access can be limited, it is very important to try to keep our communications alive by any means available. Here’s a great photo of Bokawau from Losuia and Daniel from Kaibola receiving their new phones. Yay! 🌟📱 #CommunicationIsKey #TeamWork #caringforkiriwina #strong womenstrongbabies

It was wonderful to catch up with these incredible women. Jacqui recently returned from an assignment supporting Midwifery in rural remote locations, including Ceduna, South Australia, after spending time in Katherine in the NT. What an inspiration! We’re thrilled to be able to catch up and start discussing plans for the future. Stay tuned for more updates – we’ll keep you posted!

#caringforkiriwina, #strongwomenstrongbabies, #empoweringwomen, #pngauscharity

e-NEWS Caring For Kiriwina – EOFY update
June 2024

Dear Friend,

The island of Kiriwina is currently facing urgent challenges related to maternal health and aid delivery. Limited use of contraceptives and the lack of flights to the island have led to a significant increase in birth rates in some villages in April 2024 compared to January 2024. The situation emphasises the critical need for support. The absence of flights has also resulted in higher costs and logistical challenges in delivering aid. Efforts are underway to collaborate with cruise ships to provide assistance in delivering birthing kits when they visit Kiriwina.

To tackle these challenges, we are considering training Village Birth Attendants (VBAs) from Kiriwina in Alotau on the mainland, while exploring alternative ways to access Kiriwina. It is crucial to be able to observe how our programs are being implemented, and to maintain delivery of birthing kits and the rest of our essential donations to the Island.

These challenges demand immediate attention and support. We are dedicated to finding innovative solutions and are eager to continue collaborating to bring about a positive impact on the lives of the people of Kiriwina. We express our gratitude to all our generous sponsors and donors for their continuing support, and we extend our thanks to our partners at the Milne Bay Public Health Authority (MBPHA) for their ongoing assistance.

Last week, we had the joy of delivering Dignity Kits, pens, and pencils to the students at Kiriwina Secondary School. These kits and supplies will help support their education and ensure that they can manage their periods safely and hygienically.

Menstrual Hygiene Day, observed on May 28th, 2024, is a day of global significance. It raises awareness about menstrual stigma and discrimination, emphasises the importance of proper menstrual hygiene for maintaining health, and advocates for policies that support menstrual health and reduce economic barriers for women and girls.

Let’s work together to break down societal taboos and promote open conversations about menstruation. No woman or girl should be held back because of her period. Join us in raising awareness and working towards better menstrual hygiene for all! 💙🌸

#PeriodPositive #BreakTheStigma #PeriodEquality #MenstrualHealthMatters #caringforkiriwina #charity #pngauscharity #dignitykits

Kiriwina Secondary school students with their newly delivered Dignity Kits and pens and pencils 🙂

At CFK, we celebrate and appreciate everything you do. We’re also excited to share that another shipment of donations has arrived on the Island. A big thank you to all the cruise ship passengers who have taken birthing kits on their journeys. Your support means the world to us!

#HappyMothersDay #CFK #donations #support #birthingkits #caringforkiriwina

However, we faced a significant challenge due to the lack of flights to the island, which resulted in substantial travel and security costs. But, we are grateful that the essential donations finally arrived, and it calls for a celebration!

🤔We would like to know, what is being done to resume flights to Kiriwina? Let’s work together to ensure that the island gets the support it needs. 💪

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