Wantaim PNG

Founded in 2007, Wantaim PNG is a non-governmental organisation based in Manly, Australia working on water & sanitation, health, gender equality +2 more.

Wantaim PNG is an Australian registered charity with a base in Manly, New South Wales, that has worked since 2007 with rural communities in Manus Province, Papua New Guinea. It runs community-led programmes in water, sanitation and hygiene, women's health and menstrual health, education and youth skills. Its work is delivered by a local team and is built around partnership with community women's groups and leaders rather than programmes designed overseas. Current programmes include the Illuminating Futures solar lighting initiative for schools, the Gudpela Sindaun community sanitation and skills programme, the Hamamas Meri women-led sanitary products programme, and First Aid 4 Youth. Donations are supported by an Australian tax receipt for gifts of $2 and above.