Our Team

Our People

Hope Pro Bono Legal Inc. has assembled a dedicated team of Papua New Guinean lawyers and professionals with expertise in family law, human rights, administration, and community development. All team members are committed to delivering free, high-quality legal services and will commence their roles subject to the finalisation of statutory compliance and practising certificate requirements.

Emily Papa

Board Chairperson & Lawyer

Will provide legal representation and consultation across GBV, SARV, and family law matters, subject to the completion of practising certificate requirements. Brings extensive experience in community legal services and human rights.

LL.B — University of Papua New Guinea

Eunice Maya Ruing

Operations Officer

Will oversee day-to-day operations including client intake, data management, community liaison, and office administration once Hope Pro Bono begins seeing clients.

B.A — University of Papua New Guinea

Kowy Tamutai

Paralegal

Brings extensive experience in legal office management, administration, IRC tax compliance, and client services gained across law firms in Mount Hagen and Port Moresby. Will support legal service delivery and organisational operations once the organisation opens to clients.

B.Bus — University of Papua New Guinea
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Ninah Yapa

Finance Officer

Will be responsible for financial management, grant acquittals, and organisational compliance once Hope Pro Bono commences operations.

B.A — Divine Word University

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Call for Expressions of Interest

Join Our Board of Directors

Hope Pro Bono Legal Inc. is actively seeking qualified, committed, and values-driven individuals to serve as Directors on our Board of Directors (Committee of Management under the Associations Incorporation Act 2023). Our Board provides strategic oversight, governance, and accountability for one of Papua New Guinea's only community legal centres serving the Highlands Region. We are seeking Directors with expertise across the following areas:

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Legal Practitioner

Family law or human rights background

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Community Leader

Representative from a local Highlands community

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Psychologist or Counsellor

Trauma-informed care experience

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Social Worker

Specialising in gender-based violence

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Medical Professional

Expertise in trauma care

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Academic or Researcher

Gender studies or legal studies background

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Business or Finance Professional

Nonprofit management experience preferred

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Government Liaison

Knowledge of PNG legal policy and procedures

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Communications or PR Specialist

Organisational visibility and stakeholder engagement

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Human Rights Advocate

Activist or advocate with access to justice focus

Board Directors serve in a voluntary governance capacity and are appointed in accordance with the Hope Pro Bono Legal Inc. Constitution and the Associations Incorporation Act 2023 (Papua New Guinea). Expressions of interest are welcome from Papua New Guinean nationals and expatriates alike. Expatriate applicants must have demonstrated lived experience working in Papua New Guinea, particularly in the Highlands Region, and a genuine understanding of the communities we serve.

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