The official signing of an MoU between Youth Resource Week PNG (YRW) and the National Youth Development Authority (NYDA) took place on Thursday 6th February 2025. Director General for the National Youth Development Authority, Joe Itaki described the signing of this MoU as a ‘catchment’ for youths. “This MoU signing is to help gather the youths who were unable to complete their education for various reasons.” “We want to bring them together and assist them in finding a pathway to get them to pursue their desired career paths.” “We want to give them a future.” Key partnerships Director for YRW PNG, Mr. John Pora stressed the importance of investing in Papua New Guinea's young people. “The resources we have, whether that’s in time, money or energy, it needs to be given as an investment to our youths.” “Youth Resource Week offers a platform that brings together the best minds of this country.” Meanwhile the Minister for Youth, Religion & Community Development, Jason Peter thanked YRW PNG along with Mr. Pora and his team for this initiative. “More than 50% of our population consists of youth, and stepping in a direction gives hope for the youth as well going forward.” “Hence, I’d like to congratulate YRW and NYDA for this achievement.” Youth Resource Week has been rescheduled to March 24th – 28th, 2025, at Sir John Guise Stadium.