Melanesian Institute considered for Papua New Guinea government secretariat role
What happened
Prime Minister James Marape stated that a working committee will review funding to help end sorcery accusation-related violence (Sarv) in Papua New Guinea. He mentioned the possibility of establishing a sub-secretariat under the Prime Minister and National Executive Council. This secretariat could include frontline workers like the Melanesian Institute.
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Why it matters
The government is looking to coordinate the implementation of a plan to address Sarv, which has an initial commitment of K50 million. The inclusion of the Melanesian Institute in a government secretariat could change its mandate and access to funding.
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Who's involved
- Melanesian InstituteAn educational institution being considered for a government secretariat role.
- James MarapeThe politician initiating the discussion about a sub-secretariat and funding.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Melanesian InstituteSpeculative
The Melanesian Institute might see changes in its funding access or mandate due to potential inclusion in the government secretariat.
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The entities involved
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Papua New Guinea
country in Oceania
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Melanesian Institute
academic institution in Papua New Guinea
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