The Kokoda Track Foundation, Kina Bank, and the Motu Koita Assembly have renewed their partnership for the ongoing operations of the Motu Koita FODE Center in 2023.
The announcement of the Strengthen Partnership was made today at the Motu Koita FODE Center.
The FODE center is operated by an international development organization, the Kokoda Track Foundation, and funded by Kina Bank.
The partnership began in 2020 and has seen an annual cohort of over 100 students pursuing a second chance at Education through this center.
Motu Koita Acting CEO Gaud Frank acknowledged this partnership saying FODE centers are an important program in the education system.
“I am happy to see this partnership renewed today, and guarantee FODE services to continue in Motu Koita Villages,” the acting CEO said.
Kina Bank CEO Greg Pawson says their purpose is to continue to improve the prosperity of the people, communities, and markets they serve, and they are very happy partners.
“This Partnership aligns with our purpose and delivers tangible outcomes that can only benefit the people of Papua New Guinea,” Pawson said.
The Kokoda Track Foundation has established various FODE centers and education programs in various provinces.
When announcing this strengthened partnership, KTF CEO Dr. Genevieve Nelson announced plans to create more space for elementary school teachers to upgrade their qualifications.
She said the need for FODE and second-chance pathways are critical.
“Teachers are required the upgrade their qualifications, and there are new minimum entry qualifications required to gain entry into Teacher’s College as well as other tertiary pathways.
“We are proud to work with so many committed people from the Motu Koita Communities and give them a second chance at education,” the KTF CEO said.
The FODE center offers grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 studies to students who wish to upgrade their education, in the hope of pursuing further studies in the fields of teaching and health.
The grades 9 and 11 students are now preparing to sit their mock exams, and they will be sitting for their final examinations later this month.
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