PAYA PNG Regional Youth Summit 2025
In honour of Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary, the Pacific-Australia Youth Association Inc. (PAYA) invites young leaders aged 18–35 to a three-day regional summit in Port Moresby.
Bringing together 20 youth delegates from PNG and across the Pacific, the Summit will reflect on PNG’s journey, tackle pressing youth challenges, and shape a shared vision for the next 50 years. Expect panel discussions, leadership workshops, cultural celebrations, and engaging community-led activities.
Key Info
🗓 Applications close: 30 June 2025
🎯 Limited Places: 14 local PNG delegate positions and 6 international delegate positions available
📩 Notification of outcome: 10 July 2025
Registration Fees
🌏 International Delegates – AUD $1,000
Includes:
Complimentary Brisbane-Port Moresby economy return flights from Sunday 14th to Wednesday 17th September 2025, thanks to our sponsor Kumul Minerals Holdings (valued at PGK 2600 / AUD $1000)
3 nights’ accommodation at Holiday Inn Express Port Moresby (IHG)
All conference meals
Local ground transport in Port Moresby
Conference materials and stationery
🏞 Local Delegates (outside Port Moresby) – PGK 1,000
Includes:
3 nights’ accommodation at Holiday Inn Express Port Moresby (IHG)
All conference meals
Local ground transport in Port Moresby
Conference materials and stationery
Note: You are responsible for covering your own travel to and from Port Moresby.
🏙 Local Delegates (based in Port Moresby) – PGK 200
Includes:
All conference meals
Local ground transport in Port Moresby
Conference materials and stationery