Since its official launch in January of this year, the Gamuna Foundation has maintained a steady momentum of community service, with its focus now shifting toward a major donation drive set to begin on May 9th, 2026.

Founded by Nicholas Gamuna, a final-year Social and Religious Studies (SRS) student at Divine Word University (DWU), the foundation was built on the principle of Holistic Human Development.

Originally from Dimer village in the Sumkar District, Nicholas developed this vision after serving as the DWU Madang Students Association President in 2025.

His leadership role provided more insight of the silent issues affecting local communities, particularly the challenges facing local youth.

The foundation’s mission is inspired by the concept of Holistic Human Development through his SRS studies.

This academic pillar emphasizes nurturing the whole person, including their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.

Key initiatives currently include:

· Awareness Campaigns: Focused on critical topics such as gender-based violence (GBV), law and order, health, and education.

· Community Policing: A youth-led program in Sumkar where young people take the initiative to maintain safety and curb crime within their own villages.

· Donation Drives: Collecting essential items for those in need throughout the province.

The foundation’s growth has been fuelled by local support, with recent donations including a megaphone for public outreach and assistance with transport.

While the group continues to seek formal partnerships with the government and NGOs, their immediate focus is on their next major project.

Meanwhile, the Gamuna Foundation will hold its next Donation Drive from May 9th through the end of the month.

By empowering the next generation, Nicholas and his team are working to build a more resilient and unified community.