Yesterday, Major Velena Iga from The Salvation Army in Papua New Guinea was honored with the U.S. Department of State’s International Women of Courage Award. This distinguished award is a reflection of her unwavering dedication to protecting the most vulnerable in Papua New Guinea. Through initiatives like the “1-Tok” counseling hotline and the Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Training Manual, she has empowered survivors and strengthened national protection systems. We are incredibly proud of Major Velena Iga for this outstanding achievement and grateful for all the life-changing work she is doing in Papua New Guinea. Learn more at the link in our bio. 🔗 #doingthemostgood #womenofcourage #award