Leaders of Papua New Guinea’s National Council of Women (NCW) are stranded in Port Moresby and have appealed to Prime Minister James Marape for assistance. President Sabeth Yengis and Vice President Daiu Gairi report a crisis involving a lack of funding and administrative support, hindering their ability to fulfill their duties. The pair, elected in April 2025, state they have been unable to access allocated funds, impacting their work supporting women nationwide. They left their home provinces to serve in their roles but are now facing difficulties with basic necessities like office space and accommodation. The NCW leaders are requesting urgent intervention to resolve the financial issues and enable them to effectively carry out their mandates. The situation highlights potential challenges in fund disbursement and support for key national organizations.