Event at King George Sixth School Highlights U.S. Training Opportunities and Career Insights.
The Solomon Islands-United States Alumni Group recently held an “Amerikan Naet” (American Night) event at King George Sixth National Secondary School, aimed at sharing career insights with students and teachers.
The event included presentations from four alumni of U.S.-based training programs. Teddy Kafo, a Hubert Humphrey Fellow and government communication officer, spoke about his studies at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, focusing on the value of social media and new technology for productivity.
Entrepreneur Jackie Molea Chow discussed her participation in the Professional Fellows Program, highlighting her work in promoting menstrual hygiene in rural areas. She encouraged students to consider careers that address local needs.
Niger Nogo Jr., a graduate of the U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program and current economist at the Central Bank of Solomon Islands, shared his experience studying business administration in the U.S. and emphasized the educational opportunities available for students from Pacific Island nations.
Millicent Barty, an Obama Foundation alumna, spoke about her journey in social entrepreneurship and her organization, “Kastom Keepers,” which works to preserve traditional knowledge and cultural practices in Solomon Islands.
The evening included student performances, a U.S.-themed quiz with prizes provided by the U.S. Embassy, and notebook distributions from HALO Trust, which partners with local authorities for the safe removal of unexploded ordnance.
Peter Psalm Ramofolo, President of the Solomon Islands-U.S. Alumni Group, encouraged students to pursue educational opportunities in the U.S., while U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer Kristine Marsh provided information on future programs and encouraged students to follow the U.S. Embassy’s Facebook page for updates.
Source: SI-US alumni group
