Recent resources

Here, you will find a list of our most recently published resources. Resources include case studies, articles, toolkits and videos on a wide range of topics related to gender equality. In addition to establishing a strong business case for gender equality, these resources will help you understand the practical steps you can take within your business to contribute towards equality for women in Papua New Guinea. For a complete list of resources, please visit the resources page.

Exclusive access to our training programs

By becoming a member, your business or organisation will benefit from access to our expertise and advice through our business consultancy and training programs. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we only provide our services to member businesses and organisations. Our affordable annual membership fees make an important contribution towards sustaining our advocacy work on issues such as addressing violence against women, increasing opportunities for women in leadership through improved training and education, and expanding opportunities for women-owned businesses in supply chains.

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Empowering women is smart business

BCFW is the leading voice in Papua New Guinea advocating for gender equality within the business community. We provide a range of practical advisory services and tools based on international leading practices to help PNG businesses unlock their economic potential through gender equality initiatives. Our “made in PNG for PNG” approach results in sustainable services that are tailor made for the PNG business environment and which match the needs of our members.

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There is still a long way to go before PNG achieves full gender equality in all aspects of business and society. Whether you are a private citizen, an organisation, or an existing member, one way to show your support for the BCFW’s advocacy work is by making a donation. As a registered not-for-profit organisation, we rely on memberships and donations to sustain our activities. Your donation will make an important contribution towards the sustainability of the BCFW and our advocacy work.

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Training programs

Our training programs help PNG businesses unlock their economic potential through addressing gender issues. Our “made in PNG for PNG” approach results in sustainable services that are tailor made for the PNG business environment and which match the needs of our members.

Prevention of gender-based violence and workplace safety

Violence against women can take many forms, including gender-based violence, sexual harassment, bullying, and domestic violence. For women to thrive, they must live and work in safe environments, free from violence.

  • Respectful Workplace Policy Implementation and Training
  • Bel isi PNG (Public-Private partnership response to FSV)
  • Effective Security Response to Family and Sexual Violence
  • Lae Seif Transport Initiative
  • GBV Advocacy
  • Respectful Workplace Forum (November each year)
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Gender Smart Safety Program

Most business leaders would be shocked to learn that their workplaces may not be as safe for women as they are for men. Gender smart safety unearths the physical, emotional and occupational safety concerns that are specific to women.

  • Gender Smart Safety Audit and Training
  • Gender Smart Safety Web Portal
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Women in Leadership Program

BCFW has partnered with a range of leading educational, training and business organisations to deliver a range of high quality, accredited training programs designed to propel women into leadership positions.

  • Senior Executive Women’s Program
  • Mentorship Pilot Program
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Economic opportunities and participation of women

  • Poroman Walkabaut Wantaim (Men as Allies) Program (8-week program)
  • Strongim Stretpla Pasin (Understand your company’s gender inclusion work through an appreciative inquiry and strengths-based model)
  • Inclusive Leadership for Company Sustainability (3-day company training: Day 1 Leadership and Governance; Day 2 Strategies to Ignite Change; Day 3 Climate Governance and Sustainability)
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