Factsheets

Loani Forest Clearance: Another Bogus Agriculture Project?

Briefing paper on the Loani Bwanabwana forest clearing project.

Logging and Forest Loss in Papua New Guinea

Background Paper that explains how the vital functions performed by the forests of Papua New Guinea (PNG) are being eroded by unsustainable and often illegal logging by foreign logging companies.

Illegality and Human Rights Abuses in PNG's Logging Industry

Background paper that explains why most logging in Papua New Guinea should be regarded as illegal.

The Wrong Model of Development

A revised version of the popular factsheet that explains how Unrestrained Capitalism has been imposed on Papua New Guinea and is the root cause of many of the everyday problems we face. The flip-side highlights 5 key areas that can help us ensure a "Gutpela Sindaun Bilong Olgeta"

Husat Tru I Strongim Ikonomi Bilong Papua Niugini?

Simple factsheet on the value of Papua New Guinea's real economy, which is based around customary land and rural agriculture

Kastomari Len Registresen

Tok pisin version of the two-page factsheet explaining the dangers of customary land registration

Giaman Rot Bilong Divelopmen

Two page factsheet explaining the Giaman Rot Bilong Divelopmen

Why Customary Land Cannot be 'Bankable'

This factsheet explains why commercial banks want to make customary land 'bankable' and why this should never be allowed.

Position Paper on Incorporated Land Groups

This short paper outlines ACT NOW's position on Incorporated Land Groups, how they are being misused and the reforms that are necessary.

Incorporated Land Groups

This factsheet explains what Incorporated Land Groups are; what their original purpose was, how they are being [mis]used and the problems this creates.