HEALTH
Bringing Essential Healthcare to the Last Mile
In some of the most remote and underserved parts of Papua New Guinea, accessing even basic healthcare can be a challenge. KTF’s Health Program is focused on changing that. We work alongside communities, health workers, and government partners to bridge critical gaps—so that no one is left behind when it comes to their health.
From maternal and child health to disease prevention and disability inclusion, we support the delivery of services that are local, lasting, and life-changing.
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Our Approach
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We work hand-in-hand with local communities and in close partnership with National and Provincial Health Authorities. Together, we identify the most pressing needs - and respond with solutions that strengthen the system for the long term.
Our goal is simple:
Support the government. Invest in people. Deliver lasting impact.
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What We Do
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Why It Matters
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0.8 health workers per 1,000 people (Well below the global standard of 2.3)
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PNG women are 35x more likely to die during childbirth than women in Australia.
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1.5 million cases of malaria reported each year.
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Vaccine coverage is declining across all antigens.
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Life expectancy is 64 years, compared to 75 across the Western Pacific.
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HIV prevalence is 0.9%, among the highest in Asia-Pacific.
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Only 55% of live births are attended by skilled health workers. Only 51% take place in a health facility.
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48 child deaths per 1,000 live births – one of the highest rates in the Pacific.
Expand Access to Care
Improving access to primary healthcare in rural and remote communities.
Facility Upgrades & Provision of Medicines
Upgrading health centres and clinics with critical infrastructure and supplies.
Integrated Programs & Outreach Patrols
Delivering WASH, immunisations, and maternal and child health services to hard-to-reach villages. Bringing together education, gender equality & community development.
Specialised Services
HIV/STI testing, maternal health, disability support, eye care, and more.
Support Health Workers
Ongoing professional development tailored to local needs and government priorities.
Stronger Systems
Tracking outcomes, sharing data, and strengthening coordination with partners.
Our health impact in 2025
Health Projects
All of KTF's Health projects are implemented in Oro Province and Central Province in partnership with the Provincial Departments of Health in each Province.
Healthy Communities
Healthy Communities brings essential primary healthcare to remote areas of Central and Oro Provinces.
Kicks for Kokoda
Utilising the power of sport to educate adolescents on sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, and respectful relationships.
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Eye See PNG
In partnership with OOXII, KTF is bringing better eye care to some of PNG’s most remote communities through the Eye See PNG project.
Every Community Deserves Access to Quality Healthcare
Too many families in remote communities across Oro province live without the basic health services they need.
Your donation helps us deliver maternal care, lifesaving supplies, trained health workers, and critical outreach to the most remote regions.
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