By ‘Aulola Silua To’omeilangi ‘Ake Tongilava I find the English language unfabulous at times. Yes, ironic that I have to write in English but it…
Developing national leadership: a missive by young leaders
By ‘Aulola ‘Are On 12-14thNovember, the Legislative Assembly of Tonga opened its Parliament doors to 27 young Tongan leaders who had applied for, and successfully…
Micronesian First is First for Pacific Islands
This blog was first published by Teresia Teaiwa on 29 January 2016 on her microwoman blog site. It is republished with permission. it’s been a…
50th Jublilee celebrations of the Catholic Women’s League
The Catholic Women’s League of Fiji celebrated their 50th Jubilee Celebrations on the northern island of Taveuni in August. Many of the women, both young…
A Pacific without NCDs for our children: is it a ‘Dream beyond the Stars’?
The impact of non-communicable diseases is more than an alarming statistic for people across the Pacific. For many of us, it’s a scary reality. Illnesses…
Serena Sumanop on the future leaders of PNG
Defining the next generation of leaders Address to Prime Ministers of PNG and Australia: 21 March 2014, Australian High Commissioner’s Residence by Serena Sumanop. Prime…
International Youth Week: Fiji – An interview with Akanisi Draniliga and Elisha Bano
This year’s International Youth Day has just passed here in Fiji and the momentum is building as more and more young people are engaging in…
Tonga’s Young Leaders: Walking to the Future Together
When it comes to discussing youth, the most vibrant demographic of Tonga, they are often seen as if they are only an issue or a…
Nabutautau Village: Adi Losana Naimasi
Nabutautau, a historic Fijian village, sits in a valley seven-hours away from Suva, Fiji’s capital city. To get there, one drives into the highlands on…
Women’s Program on Bau Island, Fiji
Late last month the Celebrate Women program was held on the historical island of Bau for two consecutive days. American Peace-Corp Ms. Amanda Woolsey organised…