Annex 1 - the European External Action Service - Europa

PNG Sustainable Development Program
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1. NGO historical aspects
PNG SDP was established in 2001 after BHP, Australian mining company, surrendered its majority
owning equity (52%) of the giant Ok Tedi mine and established the PNG Sustainable Fund. The Fund
was established to provide sustainable projects particularly on mine impact areas and PNG in general.
2. Organizational aspects
Programmes cover the entire country, but most of it is centred in the Western Province, location of Ok
Tedi mine, the financial source of the program. The PNGSF has more than 100 employees of which
their capacities and skills are mostly administrative and project management. Technical skills are
sought from development partners.
3. Networking and institutional relations
The PNGSDP networks with PNG line departments, donors, provincial governments, local
communities and NGOs, particularly faith based (church) organisations in PNG. But it networks
particularly with its local recipient local communities.
4. Juridical aspects
PNGSDP is registered with IPA and has its own Constitution. A Board oversees the Fund and
Program and annual meetings are held.
5. Financial aspects
PNGSDP operational funds come from its equity of 52% in the Ok Tedi mine. Last year (2009) funds
to the program totalled K15 million. Local communities provide materials and land on which projects
are to be established.
6. Activities and sectors
Main sectors: All major development areas, health, education, HIV/AIDs, literacy, water supply and
sanitation, library, etc.
Main activities: funding projects, providing advice, capacity building and advocacy.
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