01. Education & Health
Improve access to education, scholarships, healthcare, vocational training and adult learning.
GUGAMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION INC.
Building Resilient and Sustainable Rural Communities
Empowering people, protecting our environment and improving livelihoods for a healthier and more prosperous Ward 24, Salt Nomane Karamui, Simbu Province.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Reforestation, tree nurseries and sustainable land management for a greener future.
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WATER, SANITATION AND HYGIENE
Improving access to clean and reliable water supplies for our communities.
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COMMUNITY HEALTH
Supporting healthier communities through improved health infrastructure and awareness.
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COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
Strengthening youth, women and local leadership for sustainable development.
About GCDA
A Stronger Community for a Brighter Future
Gugama Community Development Association Inc. (GCDA) is a registered community-based organization in Ward 24, Salt LLG, Salt Nomane Karamui District, Simbu Province, Papua New Guinea.
GCDA is committed to inclusive, community-led development through education, healthcare, safe water and sanitation, environmental protection, economic empowerment, cultural heritage and scientific advancement.
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Our Purpose
Our vision and mission
Our Vision
To create a sustainable, empowered, and inclusive community where every individual has access to quality education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and a healthy environment.
Our Mission
To enhance the well-being of community members by implementing initiatives focused on education, health, environmental protection, economic empowerment, and social inclusion, while upholding human rights, cultural heritage, and scientific advancement.
Our Priorities
Our development priorities
These are areas GCDA seeks to support; not every programme is currently funded or operational.
02. Water & Sanitation
Develop safe water sources, improve sanitation and promote water conservation and hygiene.
03. Climate Change
Promote climate awareness, renewable energy, adaptation, reforestation and biodiversity.
04. Environmental Protection
Encourage sustainable resource management, waste reduction, recycling and ecosystem protection.
05. Gender Equality
Support women and girls, prevent gender-based violence, discrimination and sorcery accusations.
06. Disability Inclusion
Promote accessible services, rights and opportunities for people living with special needs.
07. Economic Empowerment
Support entrepreneurship, skills training, sustainable agriculture and market access.
08. Food Security
Strengthen local food production, nutrition, community farming and indigenous seed preservation.
09. Human Rights
Promote human rights awareness, protection and advocacy.
10. Culture & Sports
Preserve cultural heritage and support youth sports and community participation.
11. Scientific Research
Encourage research, innovation and partnerships addressing local challenges.
Our Organization
Governance & accountability
Member-led governance
The General Assembly is the Association’s principal decision-making body. It elects the Executive Committee, approves annual budgets and financial reports, and sets strategic priorities.
GCDA’s governance structure includes a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Project Coordinator and Women’s Representative, with a Communications Officer as an optional role.
Executive leadership is selected through elections.
Financial integrity and ethical conduct
- Annual budgets are presented to the General Assembly for approval.
- Financial reports are presented to the General Assembly and available to members on request.
- Independent financial audits support accountability.
- Funds are to be used only to advance the Association’s objectives.
- Members are expected to disclose conflicts of interest and respect one another.
These are organizational governance commitments, not claims that a particular audit or report has already been completed.
Our Key Projects
Community-led development
Rural Water Supply
Improving water access for healthier communities.
Reforestation & Tree Nursery
Supporting a greener landscape for future generations.
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Community Health
Supporting rural healthcare infrastructure.
Community Development
Empowering people and strengthening local leadership.
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Project Photo Highlights
Rural Water Supply Project
Improving access to safe water in Ward 24, SNK.
Explore photographs documenting community contributions to water infrastructure, including site preparation, water intake works, pipeline installation, tank transportation and construction activities.
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GCDA project photographs provided by the association. Community health uses a graphic while project photographs are being collected.
News & Updates
Latest from GCDA
Project announcements, community activities and progress updates will appear here. This section is ready for your first official update.
Gallery
Our work in pictures
Photographs provided by GCDA, documenting community-led water supply, tree nursery and infrastructure activities.
Partners & Donors
Working together for lasting impact
GCDA welcomes partnerships with government agencies, educational institutions, NGOs, donors, researchers and community groups working toward its community development goals. Areas for collaboration include water and sanitation, health, education, climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, inclusion and research.
Contact Us
Get in touch with GCDA
Ward 24, Salt LLG, Salt Nomane Karamui District, Simbu Province, Papua New Guinea.
Email: projects@gugamacda.org