Discrimination against women journalists normalised in Fiji - Baselala
Discrimination against women journalists in Fiji has become normalised by many, leaving journalists silenced as they continue their work. This has been highlighted by
Tag: Women Empowerment
Empowering women brings positive changes – First Lady
Empowering women enables positive changes in people’s lives, families, villages, communities and the nation. First Lady, Emily Lalabalavu highlighted this durin
WIN Convention set to inspire women this Friday and Saturday
The Women Invigorating the Nation Convention 2025 is set to take place this Friday and Saturday at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva. This year’s theme, “Ch
Fiji reaffirms commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment at CSW69
Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerate the implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action at the 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) in New York,
Grassroots advocacy and women's participation highlighted during round table discussion
Grassroots advocacy and women's participation are vital at the grassroots level by providing readily accessible information so that they participate in politics. While
Fiji’s civil society groups discuss legal barriers hindering women in politics
Women face various barriers that hinder their participation on political platforms and there is a need to find a pathway to parliament, with targeted training for those i
Women leaders call for stronger govt action and support to bridge gender gaps
Women leaders from the construction and fisheries industry and market vendors are calling for stronger government action, better support systems and improved infrastructu
Over 300 women gather for Fiji National Women's Expo at the Vodafone Arena
More than 300 women in Fiji have gathered at the Vodafone Arena for the three-day National Women's Expo to showcase their goods and for networking. Anaseini Laweibau f
Women must step up, mentor, and advocate for each other - Naisara
Women often tend to be humble about their achievements without realizing the impact their stories can have on others. These were the words of the Westpac Banking Corpo
Tabuya says fear and stigma stop victims from seeking justice
Many women and girls facing online harassment stay silent out of fear of shame and judgment, and instead of filing complaints, most just ask for their intimate pictures a
Women Entrepreneurs Business Council welcomes Chute, Fong and Talavutu into it’s leadership team
The Women Entrepreneurs Business Council under the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has announced the results of its recent annual council election, where Vera Chut
Tabuya challenges Young Women’s Forum to stand against online harassment and bullying
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
Tabuya chairs final day of Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference, urges for gender equality
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya is urging for sustained efforts toward achieving gender equality and in promoting the empowerment of wom
Preventing violence against women/girls is a national priority - PM
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 commun
22% of women face image-based abuse, 30% subjected to defamatory comments - Tabuya
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 fac
Women are equal partners in a country’s quest for economic and social progress – Prof. Prasad
Women are equal partners in a country’s quest for economic and social progress. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad highlight
Fewer than 30% of women directors in private sectors - Tabuya
Fiji falls below the Pacific regional average for women’s representation in business leadership while most private sector boards have fewer than 30 percent of wome
FIJI Water Foundation launches Women in Agriculture Initiative for 6 villages in Yaqara Valley
The FIJI Water Foundation, one of the largest philanthropic organizations in Fiji, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking “Women in Agriculture Initiativeâ
Women's participation in leadership is a recurring challenge - Parliament Secretary General
The issue of women's participation in leadership and decision-making at all levels of society is a recurring challenge that various stakeholders, including Parliament, mu
Ministry of Youth stresses on creating a safer world for women
The Ministry of Youth is stressing on the need to stop violence against women and children as they deserve love. The Ministry says it’s important for youths to
Namara women diversifying income sources and embracing alternative economic activities – PS for Women
Diversifying income sources and embracing alternative economic activities, Namara Women are recovering and building resilient ecosystems which will enhance food security,