Summary of Publication
Overall, the Mid Term Review team finds that the program is performing well, is flexible and responsive, with only a few recommendations for consideration in the remainder of Phase 2 to end December 2023. Some key achievements to date include:
- Better coordination across the LJS.
- Strong GoPNG ownership of the program.
- Very effective integration of gender considerations across the program and effective early work on disability inclusion.
- Strengthening of Family and Sexual Violence Action Committees (FSVACs).
- Royal PNG Constabulary (RPNGC) agreement to integrate Family and Sexual Violence Units (FSVUs) into the structure of RPNGC and allocate operational funding.
- Passing of amendments to the Family Protection Act.
- Well-regarded leadership development and more women in leadership roles across the sector.
- Support for the first combined LJS visit to Nissan islands atoll, 200 km north-west of Bougainville.
- Mentoring of the Senior Magistrate and one (female) Magistrate as Land Mediators in ARoB which has reduced the backlog of cases and improved land mediation.
Like other programs, there have been significant impacts on the program due to COVID-19 and the recent general election. However, the program has been flexible and responsive in adapting to changing circumstances and pivoting to support GoPNG and other partners.
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DFAT Management Response
DFAT broadly accepts the five recommendations put forward in the report. We agree the importance of maintaining focus on development outcomes aligned to Papua New Guinea’s strategic priorities in law and justice (including addressing FSV and anti-corruption), the need to prioritise monitoring and evaluation, and maintain support for national and subnational activities.