230 women showcase crafts at Central Division Women’s Expo
230 women artisans from Tailevu, Rewa, Naitasiri, Suva, Nasinu, Lami, Serua, Namosi, and Beqa are displaying their crafts at the Central Division Women’s Expo, cur
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Minister for Women reminds people to confront social issues
As hundreds of devotees gathered at the Wairuku Gangamma Temple in Rakiraki for the Annual Fire Walking ceremony, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sash
Women remain underrepresented despite international commitments - PS Defence
Women remain underrepresented despite international announcements and commitments. This has been highlighted by the Permanent Secretary for Defence Mason Smith while l
Naivilaca Village Women’s Group receive kitchen set for income generating project
The Naivilaca Village Women’s Group in Rewa received a set of kitchen items from the Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran, that will pro
Early years of a child’s life are foundational - Kiran
The early years of a child's life are crucial, shaping their health, education, and future potential, and the government is committed to Early Childhood Development as a
Northern Division celebrates local talent at Women’s Expo
The Women’s Expo that was held in Labasa this week gave the opportunity for a lot of people in the Northern Division to witness and enjoy beautifully handcrafted c
Women’s entrepreneurship rate remains low in Fiji – Jaduram
Despite efforts to promote economic inclusion, women’s participation in the workforce in Fiji remains low, and the rate of women’s entrepreneurship is even
106 women empowered to launch and grow businesses after Academy for Women Entrepreneurs training
Today marks a momentous occasion for the 106 women who are part of the 2024 cohort of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, graduating after completing their programmes.
Junior Police officers need more training on domestic violence cases - Rogoimuri
Junior police officers require more training to effectively handle domestic violence cases. Fiji Police Force Sexual Offences Investigator Vani Rogoimuri highlighted t
Rise in reporting of gender-based violence in Fiji linked to awareness and support efforts - Ali
The rate of reporting on gender-based violence in Fiji is currently increasing as more people are working in this area and women are being encouraged to speak out about t
Stop the carnage!
As Parliament observed a moment of silence to remember those who lost their lives to domestic violence, questions are being asked on why 2 out of 3 men in this country th
Woman found with injuries at apartment in Suva says wounds were from broken glass, not from partner
The woman who Police have been looking for after she left the hospital while being treated for injuries that were allegedly inflicted by her partner has reached out to fi
Kiran urges women in abusive relationships to reach out for help
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran urges women who are in abusive relationships, or who fear they could be in harm's way, to reach out for he
Fiji’s women outperforming men in education and employment – Kiran
Fiji is seeing women succeed at levels higher than men in both education and economic opportunities, signaling a significant shift towards gender equality. Minister fo
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
Ministry raises concern and urges action after violent attack on elderly couple in Labasa
The Ministry for Women, Children and Social Protection is very concerned about the recent attack on an elderly couple in Labasa where one of the victims is still in seri
Youth Parliament to be held this year to build leaders - Kiran
Youth Parliament will be held this year which aims to build confidence of upcoming leaders, especially women. Minister for Women, Sashi Kiran confirmed this during the
Pacific CEDAW session aims to drive gender equality and regional collaboration
As women are more vulnerable to the issues of domestic violence, gender discrimination and other social and physical issues, the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimin
Rawaqa makes 14 changes to Drua Women's squad for semi final clash against the Reds
Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Women’s coach Ifereimi Rawaqa has made 14 changes to his match-day squad that will take on the Reds in the Super Rugby W semi final thi
It is time to end the silence on peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause
It is about time to talk about peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause and how it affects the women in this country as a Fiji Women’s Rights Movement report h
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