A noteworthy turnout is expected for the clean-up campaign at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital (CWMH) this Saturday, with growing registration numbers indicating robust community interest. Esther Williams, chairperson of the CWM Hospital Board of Visitors (BOV), highlighted the initiative aims to create a cleaner and safer environment for the hospital while increasing community awareness of its role in supporting local families.
The BOV states that this effort is part of a broader strategy to tackle several challenges at CWMH, encouraging cooperation between hospital staff and the community to maintain clean facilities and improve healthcare services. They emphasized that “Healthcare is a shared responsibility,” underscoring the importance of community involvement in sustaining the hospital, a vital institution that has served as the birthplace for many residents in Suva.
Volunteers will focus on outdoor spaces and non-patient areas, engaging in activities such as gardening, cleaning drains, and carrying out maintenance tasks. Participants are urged to bring their cleaning supplies; however, the board will supply essential materials. The clean-up is to begin at 8 a.m. at the former laundry car park and will continue until noon, concluding with lunch and entertainment for all participants.
Given the ongoing challenges of water and electricity supply, space constraints, and the need for medical equipment at CWMH, the board expresses optimism that community initiatives like this clean-up will enhance patient care and overall operational efficiency.
This campaign is part of a wider movement across Fiji, reflecting a strong community commitment to environmental stewardship and public health. Previous efforts, such as a recent anti-dengue clean-up by the Suva Health Office, gathered local residents to address mosquito breeding areas, illustrating the growing awareness and proactive measures taken to ensure healthier living spaces.
These collaborative activities not only respond to immediate environmental concerns but also cultivate a sense of responsibility among participants toward their communities, promoting lasting values of care and public health awareness. The participation of various community groups in the CWMH clean-up is a hopeful indicator of unity and collective action aimed at improving local healthcare facilities and surroundings.
Individuals interested in volunteering can contact the BOV’s secretary, Losalini Tavaga, or CWM Hospital administrator Asena Raiwalui for further details on joining this meaningful effort.
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