Tag: children
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Labasa police warn of rising youth use of suki, kava and alcohol, urging parents and community to curb access
Police in Labasa have sounded a fresh warning about children’s exposure to harmful substances, with Sergeant Loame Turagaluvu telling a school audience that the use of… Read more
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Vision Fiji Launches 2026 Fiji Children’s Award to Spotlight Young Leaders and Acts of Service
Vision Fiji has officially launched the 2026 Fiji Children’s Award, renewing a decade-long effort to shine a spotlight on young Fijians whose quiet acts of courage,… Read more
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Fiji Hosts World Football Week Youth Day as 50+ Kids Take Part in Be Active Campaign in Vatuwaqa
– More than 50 youngsters joined a Be Active World Football Week event at a Fiji academy, trading drills and games for a day of active… Read more
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Lautoka Optometrist Urges Regular School Eye Screenings to Protect Kids’ Vision and Learning
An optometrist urges schools to prioritise routine on-site eye screenings, saying early detection can protect sight and support learning. Quick checks could catch vision issues before… Read more
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Fiji GPs urged to visit local schools weekly to curb youth alcohol, tobacco and vaping
Could a weekly school visit become the next frontline in preventing youth substance use? A senior GP suggests extending preventive care into classrooms to deliver clear,… Read more
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Fiji Urges Routine Eye Exams for Kids to Safeguard Learning
A new push urges parents, teachers and communities to make kids’ eye checks a routine part of early care, underscoring how much learning depends on clear… Read more
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Fiji closes public submissions for first-of-its-kind study on children with disabilities
Voices from families, teachers and frontline workers could shape Fiji’s approach to disability rights for children. A nationwide study is gathering lived experiences to spotlight gaps… Read more
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Fiji Parents Urged to Seek Prompt Medical Care for Children with Sore Throats to Prevent Rheumatic Heart Disease
From a parent’s shock to an urgent mission, a Fiji advocate warns that delaying care and relying on traditional remedies can mask a risk to children’s… Read more
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Lami Palm Sunday: Fiji Youth Lead Child-Centered Worship at the Methodist Church of Fiji
Palm Sunday took on a bold new tone as children led the service, delivering prayers and sermons that put youth at the heart of worship. From… Read more
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Fiji Methodists Focus on Children and Unity Ahead of Palm Sunday 2026
Palm Sunday centers children as the church’s future, urging unity, faith, and outreach as Holy Week unfolds under the theme “Jesus is the Hope of Life.”… Read more