Queen presents award to aspiring young Papua New Guinean

HM Queen Elizabeth presents award to Papua New Guinea.
Photo courtesy of  John Taka.

A young Papua New Guinean has received his award from her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, England.

John Taka, 27, from Western Highlands was recognised in the 2015 Young Leadership Award by the Queen for his outstanding contribution to the community.

He left the country last Saturday (20/6/15) on this trip of a lifetime, and received the award on Monday (22/6/15).

Mr Taka was one of two Papua New Guineans recognised among other young leaders in the Commonwealth.

Christine Giwe, unfortunately couldn't make the trip due to the birth of her first child early this month.

She's expected to travel at a later date.

Both individuals have set up foundations responsible for various community programs to help their own people.

Mr Taka graduated from Divine Word University with an accounting degree in 2012.