Kiran calls for stronger mental health support for servicewomen
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran has warned that Fiji cannot expect its servicewomen to protect others if they are not provided with the psy
Tag: Women Empowerment
Vinaka Fiji invests in women’s skills and economic independence
Women’s groups in Yalobi, Kese, Tamasua and Navotua in the Yasawa Islands have received a timely donation of sewing machines from the charitable arm of South Sea C
New shelter opens in West for women and girls affected by violence, drugs and trafficking
Women and girls escaping gender-based violence in the Western Division will have access to safe accommodation, counselling and other support services through a new Women'
US$3.5m digital project to boost economic opportunities for women in Fiji
Women in rural, maritime and underserved communities in the Central and Western Divisions are expected to gain better access to digital skills and economic opportunities
Balancing motherhood and public service is one of my biggest challenges- Bainivalu
Minister for Fisheries and Forestry Alitia Bainivalu says her most important job begins when she gets home to her children.Speaking about her experience as a Member of Pa
Raduva says youth activists often face criticism because people feel threatened by their message and influence
Young women are being encouraged to step into leadership and have their voices heard despite the stigma, criticism and discrimination they continue to face.Speaking durin
Women should enter Parliament based on service, not gender - Adi Finau
Women should not seek a place in Parliament simply because they are women, but because they have built a record of service and have something meaningful to contribute.Thi
Family responsibilities and job security keeping many women out of politics- Premila Kumar
Many women want to become leaders and enter politics, but family responsibilities and concerns about job security are preventing them from putting themselves forward.Memb
Former dental assistant finds success through home baking business
Leaving a stable job as a dental assistant to pursue her passion for baking was a leap of faith for Natasha Sivo, but she says it has given her the flexibility to support
Rewa women call for better market access and business support
Women in Rewa are calling for better access to markets, equipment to support their income-generating activities and business management training to help grow and expand t
SPBD launches 2026 Businesswoman of the Year Awards, celebrates $150 million loan milestone
SPBD Microfinance has officially launched the SPBD Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2026, celebrating the achievements of women entrepreneurs while highlighting a major m
Gender Barrier Report aims to break barriers for women in Fiji's disciplined forces
The Gender Barrier Assessment Report has been launched to identify and address the challenges women face in joining, remaining and advancing in the Fiji Police Force and
Single mother builds successful bakery from a carton of noodles and bucket of biscuits
A single mother who started a small canteen with just a carton of noodles, a bottle of cooking oil and a bucket of biscuits is now running one of the best-known bakeries
Renee Duguivalu makes history as Fiji Airports’ first female senior projects manager
Renee Duguivalu is making history as Fiji Airports’ first female Senior Projects Manager – Landside, a milestone being celebrated as the organisation marks
Beqa women turn passion for floriculture into growing income opportunity
A women's group in Beqa is continuing to grow its floriculture business with support from the Ministry of Agriculture's Women in Agriculture Programme.The Dakuni Women's
Kiran calls for stronger support services for vulnerable groups
Gender-based violence and inequality in Fiji remain major concerns, with women continuing to face physical, emotional, psychological and economic harm.Minister for Women,
Women in Taveuni benefit from economic empowerment and social support programs
The Taveuni Empowerment Women Support Group is continuing to support women in rural communities through economic training, sustainable farming practices and awareness pro
Cakaudrove's Manutabu Women’s Club boosted with equipment for homestay initiative
Women in Biaugunu Village, Saqani, Cakaudrove are expected to benefit from new income opportunities after essential equipment was handed over to the Manutabu Womenâ€
Women and youth to drive Fiji’s digital future
Women and young people are the future leaders driving Fiji’s digital transformation, and the Government is aiming to create 40,000 ICT jobs by 2030 through the Nat
Close to 70 powerlifters to compete at Fiji Powerlifting East vs West Championships next week
Close to 70 powerlifters from around the country will compete in this year’s East vs West National Competition, which will also feature the largest number of women
72% of Fijian women aged 18 to 64 have experienced violence in their lifetime
64 percent of women in intimate relationships in Fiji have experienced physical or sexual violence, and some data indicates that up to 72 percent of women aged 18 to 64 h