Triumph over adversity: Ismael Wai’s journey through HELP | A beacon of hope in PNG education

In an inspiring testament to determination and government support, Ismael Wai, a 32-year-old University of Technology (Unitech) graduate, has become a symbol of hope and success in Papua New Guinea. Coming from a humble background in Chimbu and raised by a single mother in West New Britain, Ismael's story is not just his own, but a reflection of the transformative power of education.
Ismael's journey was fraught with financial hurdles until the Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP), a pivotal initiative by Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, paved the way for his academic aspirations. Launching into Unitech in 2020 as a non-school leaver, HELP supported Ismael’s education until his graduation in 2024, marking a new chapter in his life.
Ismael’s remarkable story is set against the backdrop of Prime Minister Marape's announcement that over 35,000 students have benefited from HELP since 2020.
Hear firsthand from Ismael on the importance of accessibility in education and the bright future it heralds for Papua New Guinea.
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[@JerushaEka]

Very inspiring congratulations 🎊 and thank you PMJM..

[@MogeWai]

Congratulations 🎉

[@user-yf7to3rp4z]

Very interesting son, I'm a mom who is also struggling with my kids school fees.special thanks to your mum

[@monicayangawi4813]

Congratulations 👏🎉son

[@JerushaEka]

Thank you PMJM the loan scheme really help some of us alot.. BTW congratulations

[@aluselabe6979]

Thank you PMJM for HELP LOAN

[@OwenUndialu]

thanks you PMJM for providing the loan.

[@pmjamesmarape]

We'd love to hear stories from students who have benefitted from HELP.

[@lastusabalisim795]

Congratulations bro for your achievement...and very inspiring and touching 🎉

[@danamenraphael6404]

Brother. Congratulations Ismael Wai 🎉

[@felixagowa3299]

Congratulations bro, you did it...extend my thanks to our PMJM.

[@kevinyowait2463]

Good work bro. Well done. We are all struggling. Im also thinking the same thing similar to what you did. Now that you got your paper & your bit of experience, find work in another country. Do it now while you're still young. Theres a very slim opportunity in PNG. Do it for your mother. Commenting from Alotau Milne Bay Province.

[@lydiajirah307]

Congratulations 🎊 👏 brother

[@JerushaEka]

Very inspiring congratulations 🎊 and thank you PMJM..