Gerard Ivalaoa is pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at the Papua New Guinea of Technology. While in his third year of study, he has already developed websites for organisations and businesses. Gerard Ivalaoa is currently doing freelance work to develop websites for businesses. He is still learning hopes to develop softwares and web applications for clients soon.

Gerard Ivalaoa, Website Developer

Just at the age of twenty-three, Gerard Ivalaoa has inspired many Papua New Guineans by writing his first book on the phone. Ever since, Gerard has been advocating for the smart use of technology to young people. He mainly advices youths to read PDF books and learn, use their phones to take online courses, or even create websites by coding in Github. If you want to follow his story, click this link: https://pngbuzz.com/features/png-stories/8495.

Gerard Ivalaoa, Book Author & Publisher

After successfully publishing his first book '70 Reminders of Academic Excellence' in 2021, Gerard Ivalaoa had taken part in various youth ambassador roles. His first role was Digicel PNG Brand Ambassador. He then worked with the International Foundation for Electoral Systems as an intern election ambassador. His passion for youth empowerment and advocacy led him to volunteer with the United Nation Population Fund Activities, Equal Playing Field and other youth organizations. He had undergone numerous youth training and facilitated many youth workshops in Papua New Guinea.

Gerard Ivalaoa, Youth Ambassador