Our VisionTo progress the welfare of the people of Makira Island, Solomon Islands.Our MissionTo reduce disparities which exist between the developed and developing world by addressing deficiencies on Makira Island.Our FocusStrong Island Foundation will concentrate on three areas of need that will frequently overlap:Health– provide essential equipment to hospitals– public health education– exchange of nurses and doctors both to and from Kirakira and AustraliaEducation – promote health, school and public education– exchange of ideas and materials– work collaboratively with the local primary and high schoolsDevelopment– support and develop infrastructure with issues relating to waste management, sanitation and water supply– provide supplies and expert advice to build and train the local population in managing these issues