Project Compassion: Mending Mendi

The
Catholic Weekly
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Sydney
14 March 2004

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Project Compassion: Mending Mendi

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Project Compassion: Mending Mendi

ON THE MEND: Old enemies Luhai and Christopher work together for peace

Tribal conflict in Papua New Guinea has had a great impact on the lives of many communities. The conflict between the ‘Kondup’ and ‘Humsen’ tribes in Mendi 1993-2000 was so destructive that people were forced to flee their homes; many were killed and villages were left in ruins.

Fortunately, with the help of Caritas Australia, ‘Kondup tribe’ leader Luhai and ‘Humsen tribe’ leader Christopher were able to join hands and cease fighting.

This reconciliation was made possible by Caritas’ integral human development program.

Through its partner agency Caritas PNG, Caritas Australia implemented this program in the hope of bringing peace to war-torn Mendi.

Raymond Ton is the co-ordinator of Caritas’ PNG-wide peace program. In his role as ‘peace builder’ he has worked in various countries promoting community integration and reconciliation.

Your donation to Project Compassion will support Caritas Australia’s peace program throughout Papua New Guinea and give communities such as Luhai’s and Christopher’s hope for a more secure tomorrow. Just call 1800 024 413 or visit www.caritas.org.au