Women in Rai Coast District have received K10,000 to support community projects.

The Rai Coast District Development Authority (RDDA) gave the money to women representatives from Astrolabe Bay Local Level Government.

Acting District Administrator Hans Tanguri handed over the funds on behalf of Rai Coast MP Kessy Sawang.

"The support is part of the new District Women’s Council, which is now fully operating in the district," he said.

The council will bring women together and support small projects in rural communities. It will also help coordinate development activities led by women.

Women leaders in Astrolabe Bay welcomed the funding. They said it will help them continue work that supports families and villages.

One representative said the council gives women a stronger voice and better access to support.

MP Kessy Sawang said women play an important role in local development. She said more support will be given to other Local Level Governments in the district.

RDDA plans to roll out more funding to women groups across Rai Coast later this year.