02 June 2014

Australian Support for the Legal Training Institute

Australia’s High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea, Ms Deborah Stokes, opened a new lecture auditorium at the Legal Training Institute on 30 May.

Australia provided almost K2.5m in funding for the construction of the Lecture Auditorium and other infrastructure including a new lecture hall, new computer laboratory, IT equipment, and online access to ensure staff and students have access to legal resources and materials.

“These new facilities are an important step in increasing access to justice in PNG by allowing more students to be trained as lawyers,” Ms Stokes said.

“The Legal Training Institute is an organisation with a vision and dedication to increasing the number of well-trained lawyers in PNG and the Pacific Region.

“Australia’s strong partnership with the Institute includes support for the curriculum and training provided by experienced legal professionals from Australia.”