Inclusion
Pacific leaders told to move on financial exclusion, not just discuss it
MARSHALL Islands President Hilda Heine opened the (PIF) 2026 Forum Economic Ministers Meeting (FEMM) in Majuro this week, urging
PACNEWS TWO, 24 JUNE 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific must move faster on financial inclusion, Marshall Islands President Heine tells Ministers2. SOL — Solomons sirens call for climate action3. PNG — East New Britain
Vanuatu Advances Inclusive and Resilient Energy Planning Through Gender-Responsive Capacity Needs Consultation
Advancing inclusion in the energy sector in Vanuatu is critical because access to energy is not experienced equally by everyone. Women, youth, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities often face greater
PACNEWS THREE, 12 JUNE 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — El Niño forms in Pacific as experts say it will likely turbocharge extreme weather2. FIJI — Fiji Electoral Commission says it is ready for election and referendum3. PACIFIC
PACNEWS SPORTS, 11 JUNE 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — ‘They knew that’: False cancer claim leaves axed Flying Fijian coach reeling2. SPORTS COUNCIL — FSC probe report alleging $1m misuse likely to be released to Police3. RUGBY
Pacific Disability Forum Marks World Day for Assistive Technology
The Pacific Disability Forum (PDF) proudly joins the global community in commemorating the World Day for Assistive Technology (World AT
Tonga strengthens community-led housing resilience approach
TONGA is strengthening its community-led housing and resilience approach, with Habitat for Humanity and its partners highlighting
She Leads Fiji: Empowering Women forInclusive Leadership and Participation
The She Leads Training, implemented by femLINKpacific, in partnership with International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES),
New programme KiriLEAD to strengthen civil society engagement and government systems
Tarawa, Kiribati – With the call of a conch shell and collective unveiling of banners, the Governments of Kiribati and
Inclusive Agriculture Value Chains: making agriculture systems work better for women
At sunrise across the Pacific’s rural landscapes, women are already at work. They prepare food, organise children for
Taking a Subregional Approach to Gender Equality – MSG Consults Widely on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Framework
In an effort to address the prevalent impact of violence in our communities, the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG)
In every line of data, she saw a life: The story of Arti Devi
ARTI Devi’s journey is defined by cultural grounding, quiet resilience and a deep commitment to using data for meaningful impact across the
No negotiation
THE Commonwealth Disabled People's Forum focuses on ensuring the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is implemented across Commonwealth member
Shaping the future for all citizens
THE Commonwealth is advancing practical legislative initiatives to empower women, youth, and marginalised groups for broader societal
Dr Alpana extends family’s legacy of service
Being a doctor, whether through years of medical school or through the pursuit of knowledge, is a deeply rooted legacy in Dr Reema Alpana’s family.
Fiji cabinet approves five-year gender equality plan
THE Fijian government has approved a five-year plan to advance gender equality and women’s
Canada boosts support and development in the Pacific
CANADA is increasing its presence and financial support in the Pacific Islands through a $40 million, five-year development program to address shared global
Fiji Bank’s choice loan revolutionises home ownership
THE Fiji Development Bank (FDB) has introduced the Choice Home Loan to make homeownership more accessible and flexible for diverse Fijian
Looking ahead to COP31: ensuring Pacific and island voices are heard
PACIFIC leaders and representatives of overseas countries and territories are rushing to ensure that their voices are not pushed to the margins
Resilience in Silence
VOICES of 1.7 million Pacific Islander persons with disabilities seek partnership and inclusion in shaping the 2050 strategy for the Blue Pacific
Bank notes to help visually impaired
FEATURES in Fiji’s new bank notes will help the visually impaired and improve
Embracing diversity: Pacific pride, culture and inclusivity
Pride Month, for Professor Jioji Ravulo, is more than a celebration – it’s a call to build “inclusive societies that celebrate diversity in all its forms. “It’s about visibility and ensuring that people who
