Hope is on the horizon
“This is life-changing work” Jessica says, her voice steady despite the weight of her responsibilities.
Graduating from the World Relief Australia supported nurse training at the Solomon Islands National University, Jessica now serves as the sole nurse in Hauhui, Malaita, one of the most remote parts of the Solomon Islands. With over 1,000 people across ten villages, she provides vital care in a clinic plagued by poor conditions and inadequate medical equipment. The nearest main town is Auki, three hours away by boat, and the journey is not easy. The isolation weighs heavy.
Despite these challenges, Jessica remains dedicated, offering obstetric, emergency, and general healthcare to her community.
Hope is on the horizon.
Through a gift from a generous donor, a new boat to support her life-saving work was purchased. The boat will be used to transfer critically ill patients to Kilufu Hospital in Auki, Malaita—three hours away. In partnership with World Relief Australia, plans are also underway to renovate the Hauhui Clinic, providing updated medical equipment and reliable transportation for the sick and injured. The local community, eager to help, will contribute labour to these improvements.
“It is an honour to provide healthcare to my community.”
This project will transform the clinic into a safer haven, reflecting our commitment to better healthcare for the local community. Every life matters, and together we stand with Jesscia to bring real hope to her and the community of Hauhui.
Jessica was the first to graduate from the nurse training program, marking a significant milestone in her community. Her achievement didn’t just change her life; it sparked something much bigger. Inspired by her success, the Atoifi Nurse Project was established to support the training of more than 30 nurses in the region—making a lasting impact on healthcare in the Solomon Islands.