I'm currently living in a dormitory with the single men who are either staff at the hospital or are training to become primary health workers. In a community of one hundred regulars, everyone is more than friendly. It's a common sight to see a bunch of people sitting around and telling stories, ranging from the latest happenings around the hospital to just recounting good memories from back home.

I had the opportunity to serve at Kapuna for 2.5 months. To be honest, I wish it was longer. My job here has been media and communications. Or sometimes just running random errands. From writing proposals for grants, to updating the website, to interviewing locals and staff for stories, to photographing events, I have gotten to cover the gamut of communications related projects.

Hello! I'm a U.S. medical student finishing up my last year of school, and I'm wrapping up a7-week tropical medicine elective here at Kapuna. For students interested in coming, here are some tips:Bring your tools: stethoscope, opthalmoscope,otoscope *with covers* Bring your old hospital scrubs or other clothes you don't mind getting grubby. All your clothing should be loose fitting (culturally appropriate), and pockets are always useful. Leave your white coat at home.

My name is Kaite Fisher, I am a registered nurse from Canada who has been serving in various global mission for the past 8 years. I joined the team of volunteers at Kapuna in March of 2019 and stayed for over three years. My experience at Kapuna was one of falling in love with a people group, and serving them in a variety of ways which went beyond the confines of my profession. When I first arrived at Kapuna, there was a desperate need for primary school teachers. I felt that getting to know Papua New Guinean culture through the eyes of the children would be an excellent introduction into my new settings. I received on-the-job training and counsel and found that there was a gift of teaching that God had already placed within me. I was able to combine this newly expanding love of teaching with my heart of seeing others experience Jesus’ love and freedom by leading bible studies and spiritual retreats, as well as discipling and counseling not only the school children, but individuals of varying ages from various villages. I was also able to teach in the Community Health Worker (“nursing”) school, and work in the hospital wards and on remote health patrols, utilizing and expanding my professional skills. I believe my time at Kapuna was one of unlocking a fuller potential of who God created me to be as I allowed myself to be stretched beyond what I thought I could do, and to be used in ways that were not in my original plans. It was truly an experience of being blessed while being a blessing.