Santos Foundation

Paving the Way for Educational Excellence in Pimaga! The Pimaga Flexible Open Distance Education (FODE) Centre, supported by the Santos Foundation has achieved a major milestone. This year, 10 Grade 10 and 45 Grade 11 students proudly received their FODE certifications, marking a transformative moment for the community in Southern Highlands Province. Launched in April 2024, the Pimaga FODE Centre Project began with a goal to support 40 Grade 11 students but soon grew to include 16 Grade 10 students seeking to upgrade their qualifications. The initiative also strengthened the institution by: ✅ Training 5 teachers to deliver high-quality education ✅ Equipping classrooms with essential learning resources ✅ Building partnerships to enhance learning outcomes FODE certification not only unlocks career and educational opportunities for students but also serves as a platform for professional growth for teachers. Graduation day brought the community together in celebration, with students dressed in blue gowns representing hope and determination. Representatives from the National Apprenticeship and Trade Testing Board (NATTB), Southern Highlands Provincial Education Government (SHPEG), the Santos Foundation, and the local community also attended to celebrate this significant milestone.

We would like to thank you for your support throughout the year. Your support inspires our mission! 💙 From all of us at Santos Foundation, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2025! May your holidays be filled with joy, love, and laughter. 🎅🎁🌟 Stay tuned for exciting updates in the new year! #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear2025 #SantosFoundation

Empowering Communities Through Staff-Led Initiatives: Tau's Story Through Santos Foundation Small Grants Program, Santos Ltd staff and contractors are transforming communities across Papua New Guinea. Since 2016, this initiative has supported 269 projects benefitting over 167,000 people. One incredible example is Tau Geno Hoire, GEDSI Adviser at Santos Foundation, who led a food security project in Wairavanua and Vuru villages on the Aroma Coast. Partnering with local leader Michelle Vanua, Tau secured a grant to address climate challenges affecting traditional farming. The project provided tools, seeds, and training in raised-bed gardening—helping 118 community members combat rising sea levels and food insecurity. "These tools and seeds will improve crop cultivation and nutrition," said Ward 11 Women’s Council President, Michelle Vanua. For Tau, this was deeply personal: "Representing Santos Foundation to support my community fills me with immense gratitude." The Santos Foundation Small Grants Program empowers staff to lead initiatives that create lasting change, one community at a time. Jean Martin head of Santos Foundation PNG, stated, “The Santos Foundation Small Grants Program is more than just a funding initiative—it’s a catalyst for empowering staff and contractors to lead community-driven solutions. By harnessing their expertise and passion, the Foundation strengthens resilience and fosters meaningful, lasting change across Papua New Guinea.” Read Tau's Full story here: https://lnkd.in/gsaPG9qE #CommunityImpact #SantosFoundation #SmallGrantsProgram #FoodSecurity

Thank you S&P Global Commodity Insights It’s wonderful to be recognised at a global level on our FSV program. We are so proud to work with Bel isi PNG and help support survivors of family and sexual violence. #SantosFoundation #PlattsGEA #FSV #Awards

A Santos Foundation program committed to changing attitudes towards family and sexual violence, and supporting survivors in Papua New Guinea, has won international recognition for its life-changing impact at the Platts Global Energy Awards in New York. The Bel isi PNG program took home the Corporate Impact Award – Targeted Program at the highly respected international industry awards. The Corporate Impact Award – Targeted Program recognises projects that help humanitarian efforts, economic hardship or other events impacting communities. Santos Ltd Managing Director and CEO Kevin Gallagher said the Santos Foundation’s mission is to invest in partnerships and local initiatives that help communities thrive, and build capacity and resilience in the communities it serves.  #Santos #SantosFoundation #Belisiprogram #PNG #PlattsGlobalEnergyAwards

Congratulations to Bel isi PNG and the Santos Foundation for taking home the Corporate Impact Award – Targeted Program at the highly-respected Platts Global Energy Awards in New York! This program, backed by the Santos Foundation, is committed to changing attitudes towards family and sexual violence, and supporting survivors in Papua New Guinea. The initiative has supported more than 2,000 women and children and provided education sessions to 5,000 private sector employees. The Bel isi PNG program is a fantastic example of the many programs that Santos Ltd and Santos Foundation support through a $US10 million annual commitment. Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/ggzFwmCd #SantosFoundation #BelisiPNG #PlattsGEA

What an incredible show of unity and strength at the Bel isi PNG EVAW Walk 2024! Together, Government, private and public sector took a powerful stand against violence and demonstrated the impact of community action. Missed the event? Don't worry! Read the full media release to see how we are working together to make a difference. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gQY87Mkb #EVAWWalk2024 #BelisiPNG #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #SantosFoundaiton

We’re proud to support Bel isi PNG in the 2024 End Violence Against Women (EVAW) Walk, held November 22 in Port Moresby. This year’s PNG theme, “It’s My Responsibility – Let’s Work Together to Prevent All Forms of Violence” emphasised the shared responsibility to #EndViolenceAgainstWomen. For a fifth year, the Bel isi PNG organised, EVAW Walk promoted awareness and support for survivors, with leaders like NCD Governor Powes Parkop, Australian Deputy Head of Mission Dr. Joanne Loundes, Bel isi PNG Board Director Doreen Iga joining to advocate for stronger protections for women. Marching from Konedobu Oval to Downtown, participants displayed banners reading, "At work, at home, I will break the silence to end violence," while local musicians inspired resilience. Bel isi PNG Chair Jean Martin thanked supporters, noting, “In 2023, your support helped Bel isi PNG assist 400 survivors. Together, we’re building a safer, more respectful PNG.”  #EVAW2024 #PNG20daysofActivism

Since 2016, we are proud that our Literacy Libraries program, reached over 1,700 kids across Gulf, Hela and Southern Highlands. Through our partnership with Buk bilong Pikinini, children are given new learning opportunities that inspire a love for reading, foster creativity, and empower them to achieve their potential.  During National Literacy Week in August this year, kids at our Kikori, Habare, and Pimaga Literacy Libraries explored nutrition through roleplays, budgeting for healthy meals, and hands-on cooking, with parents sharing packed lunches for all. In October this year, the Pimaga Literacy Library celebrated World Animal Day, where children brought their pets, enjoyed animal-themed books, and learned about different species with the guidance of parents and teachers.  Together, we’re dedicated to early childhood learning creating a positive foundation for their future learning and overall well-being. Let’s celebrate a bright future this #ChildrensDay #CommunityDevelopment #SantosFoundation

We’re excited to renew our partnership with the Gulf Provincial Health Authority (PHA), strengthening our commitment to better healthcare delivery for the people of Gulf. During the signing ceremony on 26th September, Acting CEO Maluo Magaru emphasised the importance of this partnership, especially as a new board led by Mineral Resources Development Company Managing Director Augustine Mano steps in. Mr Magaru said, "The partnership with Santos Foundation shows our shared dedication to raising health standards in Gulf Province. With the new board, we aim for more efficient healthcare, and Santos Foundation’s support is crucial to achieving our goals.” Together, we’re working to align with the province’s health priorities, including infrastructure projects and the Accelerated Immunisation and Health Systems Strengthening Programme. Our plans for 2025 include launching a robust TB program in collaboration with Gulf PHA, targeting the growing challenge of TB in the province. We’re hopeful this collaboration will continue bringing positive changes, building a stronger health system for Gulf Province. Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/ddi5ukB2