Women’s Rights Movement: How many more lives will gender-based violence claim?
The Fiji Women’s Rights Movement is asking our society today, how many more women must be murdered by their partners and spouses before we put an end to gender-bas
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Air Force Safety Tech says she wanted to be different
New Zealand Air Force Safety and Service technician, Nanise Koro comes from a family that has a proud military background. Koro who is currently in the country for the
Kiran says value added products have a market and are a source of income and nutrition
Assistant Minister for Women Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran has highlighted that there is a great market for value added products such as dried fruits and cro
Lailanie Burnes part of the transformational sports diplomacy program offered by the US Government
Former Fijiana XVs captain and current Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Hospitality and Sponsorships Manager Lailanie Burnes is the first Fijian national to be selected for a t
Violence and abuse against women and children needs attention at all levels of society - Tabuya
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya says violence and abuse against women and children need attention at all levels of society, especially at
Workshops to prepare women for leadership roles – Sashi Kiran
Our aim is to mould women into leadership roles and encourage them into the Fijian political life that lead to the upcoming local municipal elections. Assistant Minist
More recognition and support needed for girls - Tabuya
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Lynda Tabuya is making a call to all stakeholders, advocates and champions of human rights to pledge their support till
“Violence Against Children In Fiji†report says opportunity and security are key drivers of child abuse
The recent launch of the “Violence Against Children In Fiji†report states that drivers of violence against children are a combination of factors that make it
Women leadership in rural communities is vital – Prof Prasad
Women's leadership in rural communities is vital and Government will continue to empower women through much-needed assistance such as finance and resources. Deputy Pri
Women leadership in rural communities is vital – Prof Prasad
Women's leadership in rural communities is vital and Government will continue to empower women through much-needed assistance such as finance and resources. Deputy Pri
I have to send my children for miles to catch fish for a proper meal for our family – Nacula District Rep
The district of Nacula in Yasawa has implemented their fisheries management plan to reduce the impact of coral bleaching that has resulted in the reduction of marine life
About 80% of women in Votua Village, Ba rely on the sea for survival and income
About 80 percent of women in the village of Votua in Ba rely on the sea for their daily livelihoods and income. This was highlighted by the Leader of the Gusuituba Wom
Use sports as a platform to drive policy change - Cathy Wong
Oceania Rugby Women's Director and World Rugby Council member Cathy Wong is urging the nation to use sports as a platform to drive policy changes. While speaking at th
64% of women and girls in Fiji experience physical and sexual violence by their husband or intimate partner - Tabuya
4 out of 5 children in Fiji face some form of violence while 64 percent of women have experienced physical and sexual violence by their husband or intimate partner in the
The strength of a nation is intricately tied to the strength of its women – Sulueti Rabuka
The strength of a nation is intricately tied to the strength of its women, families, and communities, and this strength encompasses not just physical prowess but also ch
Mary Earps bags Golden Gloves award in FIFA Women’s World Cup
England’s goalkeeper Mary Earps has bagged the Golden Gloves award after her impressive performance throughout the FIFA Women’s World Cup tournament. Earps
Spain Captain informed about her father’s death after FIFA Women’s World Cup final
Spain captain Olga Carmona, who scored the winning goal in their 1-0 victory over England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final was informed about her father's death
Preserve what you learn from others and accept it as a gift -Kunagado
When you learn something from people or a culture, you accept it as a gift, and it is your lifelong commitment to preserve it and build on it. This was highlighted by
Kirakira village in PNG celebrates Australia’s 7-6 win over Denmark in FIFA Women’s World Cup in support of Fowler
The Australian Women's football side is through to the semi finals of the FIFA Women's World Cup following a thrilling 7-6 penalty shootout victory over number 13-ranked
Sweden books semi final showdown with Spain after 2-1 win over Japan
Sweden has booked a semi final showdown against Spain after beating Japan 2-1 in the second FIFA Women’s World Cup quarter final last night. The Swedish side su
France and Colombia qualify for Women's World Cup quarters
France has qualified for the Women's World Cup quarter-finals 2023 after thrashing Morocco 4-0 in round 16. France was leading 3-0 at halftime. Eugenie Le Sommer, K