Fourteen health and education volunteers have successfully completed a week-long Pre-Service Orientation (PSO) conducted by the National Volunteer Service (NVS) at Okari Campus in Lae and are now being deployed to serve communities across Tewai-Siassi, Kabwum and Huon Gulf districts in Morobe Province.

Guided by the theme, "Volunteers Strengthening Health and Education for All," the volunteers are now prepared to serve in aid posts, health clinics and schools, where they will play a vital role in improving access to essential health and education services in their respective communities.

Throughout the orientation, the volunteers received training on the role and responsibilities of National Volunteer Service volunteers, professional conduct, community engagement, and the expectations of serving in rural and remote communities. Equipped with these skills, they will now work alongside local communities to strengthen healthcare delivery and improve learning outcomes, with ongoing support from the National Volunteer Service.

Closing the orientation, Volunteer Management Division Director Kelly Aisi congratulated the volunteers on completing their training and encouraged them to serve with commitment and purpose.

"You are the change your communities have been waiting for. As you leave this place, continue to make a positive impact not only for yourselves, but for the communities and people you have chosen to serve. The National Volunteer Service stands ready to support you throughout your volunteer journey," Mr Aisi said.

Volunteer Amo Andrew, from Barim Village, Ward 7, Siassi LLG in Tewai-Siassi District, expressed his gratitude to the National Volunteer Service for the opportunity to continue serving his people.

("Mi hamamas long NVS kam givim mipela dispela Pre-Service Orientation na mipela i luk forward long go bek na wokim sevis long komuniti bilong mipela.")

The National Volunteer Service continues to support one of its strongest volunteer networks in Morobe Province, where many dedicated volunteers have served their communities for years. Through ongoing training and mentorship, NVS remains committed to strengthening volunteerism and improving the delivery of health and education services across Papua New Guinea.