Healthcare providers are among the most trusted sources of information for remote communities in Papua New Guinea. They are also often the first point of contact for women and girls experiencing violence. However, health seeking behaviours in remote communities is low, and inconsistent police protections leave many women hesitant to report violence when they do seek help.

The Spotlight Initiative is strengthening quality essential services for women and girls experiencing violence. This includes growing outreach activities to encourage health seeking behaviours and training health care providers to recognise and respond to possible presentations of sexual, family, or intimate partner violence. 

Listen to the Christine from the Family Health Association (East New Britain) and Esther from Touching the Untouchables (Eastern Highlands) speak about how the Spotlight Initiative has supported outreach activities to connect people from remote communities with health services, and ultimately connect more women and girls experiencing violence to health, police, and justice.