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Child Aid Papua

The unique environmental school in the heart of Raja Ampat.

Child Aid Papua High School

A Pioneer in West Papua's Education System

Right in front of the world's most biodiverse coral reefs, nestled in dense mangrove forests and surrounded by the majestic jungle landscape of West Papua — here, in the heart of the Raja Ampat island region, is where our school is located.
‍We provide access to high-quality education and open up new perspectives for a better future for children and young people from Southwest Papua.
Nahaufnahme eines Mannes mit dunkler Haut und Gesichtsbemalung in Weiß und Rot vor einem dunklen Hintergrund.

Our mission

We create opportunities for children and young people in Papua to build a brighter future. Through high-quality education, practical experience, and environmental awareness, we prepare them for success at university, in the workplace, and in life. Along the way, they develop responsibility, confidence, social skills, and respect for people and nature.
Schulmädchen lächelt und hebt in einem Klassenraum mit Holzwänden die Hand, während sie an einem HP-Laptop sitzt; andere Schüler sitzen ebenfalls an Tischen mit Laptops.

Our work

At the heart of our work is a free six-year academic and vocational education program with a safe boarding school for children from the remote islands of Raja Ampat. By combining high-quality education, residential care, healthcare, career preparation, and environmental stewardship, we equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed at university, in the workforce, and as future leaders in their communities.

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Stories & Updates

See what is happening at Child Aid Papua right now. Learn more about news, projects, and stories from the region.

Your Support

See how you can directly support Child Aid Papua. Find out how donations, memberships, and our shop help fund our projects.

Ein Mensch taucht frei unter Wasser in der Nähe eines großen Rochen mit langem Schwanz, umgeben von schwachem Licht und Meerestiere am Meeresboden.

The latest from Raja Ampat

See what is happening at Child Aid Papua right now. Learn more about news, projects, and stories from the region.
A group of kids

Your Support

See how you can directly support Child Aid Papua. Find out how donations, memberships, and our shop help fund our projects.
Lachende Schüler in Schuluniform sitzen in einem Klassenraum an Holztischen mit Laptops und Büchern.

Education

Discover how Child Aid Papua is creating educational opportunities. Learn more about our current projects and progress in schools and communities.
Ein junger Mann taucht unter Wasser in dunklem Ozean und hält eine leuchtende Tafel, während er neben einer großen Meeresschildkröte schwimmt.

Environmental Protection

Find out how Child Aid Papua protects nature and promotes sustainable development. Gain insights into our commitment to the environment and local habitats.
Zwei Jungen in einem schmalen Holzboot auf ruhigem Wasser, einer spielt Ukulele und lächelt, der andere sitzt am hinteren Ende und hält ein Paddel.

Health Care

Get an insight into how Child Aid Papua is strengthening healthcare. Learn more about our ongoing initiatives and medical programs.

Education

Experience how Child Aid Papua is changing lives through education. Discover our latest projects, milestones, and the stories behind the development of our school and our students.

Conservation

Discover how Child Aid Papua integrates nature and environmental conservation with education. Sustainability is a core component of our curriculum, shaping both the learning and the actions of our students.

Health Care

Discover how Child Aid Papua is making sustainable improvements to healthcare. Through our medical projects, we are laying the foundation for children to grow up healthy and succeed in their education.

Having traveled extensively and documented numerous aid projects worldwide, the experiences I encountered at Child Aid Papua Foundation were truly exceptional and unlike anything I have witnessed elsewhere – I am deeply impressed.

Simon Lister, Professional Photographer and Filmmaker

Kids are the main and important part of a development plan. They can transfer the knowledge to their families and have an effective role to develop the concepts. Congratulation to Child Aid Papua School to provide this opportunity for the kids of this region! Really fantastic!

Alireza Amrikazemi, UNESCO Global Geopark Evaluator

I had the honour of visiting the Child Aid Papua high school in 2024 and filming for a day with the children in year 9. I was struck by the joy and engagement the children had with learning and the knowledge and connection they all shared with the natural world. The school is extraordinary and I think the children attending this school are incredibly lucky to have this facility and support.

Rosie Gloyns, BBC Blue Planet 3 Director

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