The Eda Davara Marine Sanctuary Team invites you to be part of something extraordinary. Starting off the year 2026, join us for the Eda Davara Gala Night, in celebrating Papua New Guinea’s ocean heritage and the communities and people who protect it.
Set for January, at the Hilton Hotel, Port Moresby, the Gala Night will bring together government leaders, corporate partners, community champions, and young environmental advocates under the inspiring theme: “Eda Goada, Eda Davara - Our Strength, Our Ocean.”
Hosted by the Eda Davara Team, this event is more than a fundraiser, it is a movement. All proceeds will go to supporting projects such as the establishment of the Eda Davara Marine Research Centre, the expansion of youth programs like EcoRangers and EcoExplorers, and vital restoration projects across mangrove forests, seagrass meadows, and coral reefs.
Guests can look forward to a rich and meaningful evening featuring an unforgettable program of culture and conservation. From inspiring speeches and recognition awards, to live performances and the much anticipated “Roots & Ribbons” fashion runway, where traditional storytelling meets contemporary design. Each element of the Gala Night tells a story of resilience, unity, and responsibility for the ocean that sustains us.
Beyond fundraising, the Gala Night also serves as a platform to strengthen partnerships aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). It’s an opportunity for businesses, government agencies, and communities to unite in protecting PNG’s natural heritage while promoting sustainable growth.
Guests will enjoy a night of elegance and purpose, with exquisite dining, meaningful connections, and the chance to be part of a shared vision for a bluer, brighter future. Sponsorship opportunities are available at gold, silver, and bronze levels, each offering exclusive recognition and visibility for those who stand behind the cause.
The organization administers several projects including mangrove rehabilitation, seagrass meadows, ecotourism events that acts as a direct stream of income into the community, and a EcoScholars program that hosts interns from the University of Papua New Guinea, the Pacific Adventist University and the Institute of Business Studies University. We also have an arm under the EcoScholars program specifically tailored for primary school and high school students called the EcoRangers program. Our approach to marine conversation has always involved children because we believe and know that they will lead climate and environmental impact projects in the near future.
Join us as we celebrate our ocean, our people, and our future. Together, let’s make waves for change.
You can reach out to our team by email via edadavara@gmail.com or contacing +675 78354067 to purchase a table or support us by donating to the cause. Alternatively, our socials are active and can be found on LinkedIn ( Eda Davara Marine Sanctuary), Instagram (@eda,davara) and Tiktok (@eda.davara). We look forward to connecting with you.
Our strength is our ocean. Our ocean is our future.
