The Department of Education, through the Flexible Open and Distance Education (FODE) center in Port Moresby signed a Memorandum of Understanding, signifying their partnership with the Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF).
The three – year agreement aims at addressing the department’s guiding principle of “Leaving No Child Behind” strengthens the collaborative effort between OTDF and FODE in delivering FODE services to the mine affected areas of Western Province.
The Ok Tedi Development Foundation over the years they have been delivering services in Education, Health, Social Development, including infrastructure Development in Western Province,
As a registered study center since 2019, OTDF has been collecting fees and meeting costs of satellite centers in the province. With this agreement, OTDF will be meeting full fees and operational costs.
The Education Department through FODE will provide all learning materials, including training and orientation of tutors and administrative support, for the effective delivery of FODE in Western Province.
This initiative has seen students from remote areas, in the province enroll with full correspondence and upgrading programs.
First Assistance Secretary of FODE and Inclusive Education, Andrew Angobe acknowledged the Management of Ok Tedi Development Foundation, for their commitment in providing a pathway for students in the province.
“Please pass our appreciation to the management of Ok Tedi Development Foundation, for investing in education for the people of Western Province.” Angobe said.
He also challenged other resource centers throughout the country to partner with FODE and invest in education.
The Principle of FODE, Anthony Rayappan, also gave his assurance that education materials will be printed and distributed on time.
OTDF Executive Manager Andrew Mari highlighted the challenges they are facing in the province.
This include shortage of trained personnel’s and inadequate infrastructures due to limited funding at the district and provincial level.
He said the objective is to ensure quality and affordable education is made accessible to students. Offering a second chance to those who have discontinued formal education.
“Since 2019, FODE has supported about 4000 students, who have pursued tertiary education and find employment, thus contributing to the human resource development of the province.” he said.
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