384 articles tagged "women"
Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Women’s extended squad member Isabella Koi was emotional as she talked about her rugby journey and being where she is today. The 21-year-old says it has been a long time coming and jus
Discussions are underway between the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection and UNICEF on the implementation of the Child Protection and Child Justice Act in an effort to safeguard children across the country
Sashi Kiran was sworn in this morning as the Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection by the President, Turaga Bale Tui Cakau, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at the State House. Before this, Kiran served as the
80 percent of crime cases against women in November were assault-related and 20 percent were sexual offences. Police say there were 217 cases against women in November. They say 36 percent were committed in th
ANZ Fiji has announced a renewed sponsorship deal with the Fijian Drua, that has now expanded to include the Fijian Drua Women. ANZ Fiji Country Head, Rabih Yazbek says they are very proud to have been part of the
The Women Entrepreneurs Business Council under the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has announced the results of its recent annual council election, where Vera Chute of Value City has been elected as the Council C
The women’s club of Raj Moti Lal Street in Raiwai has undertaken a cleanup initiative on Nairai Road, McFarlane Street, and Kia Street, addressing the accumulation of rubbish that has been dumped along these streets f
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, issued a powerful challenge to more than 40 young women at the Young Women’s Forum today, urging them to stand against online harassment and bullying.
House of Sarah along with a few other religious-based organizations have launched a video that highlights rape with the title ‘My faith says no to rape’. House of Sarah representative Sereima Lomaloma says thro
In an effort to reduce the number of street dwellers in the country, at-risk boys took part in a transformative four-week camp aimed at rehabilitating and empowering them. The camp was held in collaboration with Mi
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya is urging for sustained efforts toward achieving gender equality and in promoting the empowerment of women and girls across the region. She highligh
Preventing violence against women and girls is not just a social issue, it is a matter of national importance as violence robs our families of their stability, our communities of their strength, and our nation of its po
22% of women are frequently subjected to image-based abuse and 30 percent are subjected to defamatory comments, further illustrating the gendered nature of technology facilitated gender-based violence issue. This w
Despite efforts made by women Parliamentarians to raise awareness about issues affecting women and children, their voices are not making a significant impact, as cases of domestic violence continue to rise. This wa
Naraiyawa Women’s Club introduces Starlink to support education and community connectivity The villagers of Naraiyawa in Namosi no longer need to travel to Suva to access the internet or do school projects, as th
Crimes against children and women continue to be a concern for the Fiji Police Force after statistics revealed an increase in reported cases last month. According to Police statistics, there was a 25 percent increa
Women are equal partners in a country’s quest for economic and social progress. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad highlighted this at the handing over ceremony of the Kimaya H
The University of the South Pacific Laucala Campus is witnessing a remarkable milestone as women make up 61.12 percent of the 1,147 students graduating over two days graduation which is held at the Vodafone Arena.
As Nari Sabha marks its 100th Anniversary, the organization honours its legacy of advocating for women's empowerment and social reform while pledging to continue shaping a brighter future for the next generation. S
42 women from different professions and backgrounds are the newest cohort of graduates of the Fiji Women's Crisis Centre's flagship Regional Training Program on Gender, Violence Against Women and Girls, Human Rights and
