women
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Fiji’s Women in Construction and Trade (WICAT) Expands to 240 Members, Elevating Women’s Roles on Construction Sites
Julianne Verma turns a moment of isolation on a Suva site into a movement for Fiji’s women in construction. Since launching Women in Construction and Trade (WICAT) in 2021, the initiative has grown into a 240-strong network with a formal board, aiming to reshape leadership in the built environment.
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Fiji launches inquiry into lawa ni Qoibau over ban on women drinking yaqona
An inquiry into a village rule that bans women from drinking yaqona is raising questions about tradition, rights, and how such codes are formed. The government says it will review the process and consultations behind the lawa ni Qoibau, as debates over fairness and gender implications continue. With officials visiting Qoibau, all eyes are on…
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Over 100 Matainoco women harness sewing and screen printing skills in a community-led programme to boost income and resilience
More than 100 women and girls in Matainoco are joining a community-led empowerment program that blends sewing, screen printing and financial literacy to turn everyday talents into income, boost confidence, and strengthen families.
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Qoibau vanua in Fiji formalizes written laws banning women from drinking grog in villages and tightening conduct rules across the district
Qoibau’s leaders unveil a new written code of traditional laws aimed at strengthening discipline and safeguarding community resources, signaling a shift in village governance and sparking lively local debate.
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Macuata Women Spotlight Climate Resilience and Livelihoods in Fiji Wetlands Documentary
New short film “Women of Wetlands” shines a light on Fiji’s inland wetlands and the women who sustain them—from harvesting kuta reeds to weaving mats—and protecting water, livelihoods, and culture. A timely glimpse at carbon, resilience, and traditional knowledge beyond the coastal story.
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Fiji’s 2023–24 Employment Survey Highlights Women’s Unemployment Gap and Barriers to Formalisation
New data reveal a skills-rich but underutilized female workforce in Fiji: high education and talent, yet few leadership roles or formal business gains—pointing to reforms and smarter workplace practices that could unlock real growth.
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Fiji to pay rural women artisans instantly at sale, boosting cash flow
A new plan could overhaul how Fiji’s rural women artisans are paid, moving to immediate payment at the moment a product is accepted for sale and pairing it with tighter packaging and inventory standards. The reform aims to stabilize cash flow and open up bigger market opportunities for handmade goods from village stalls to urban…
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Fiji to Launch Year-Round Emporium for Women Artisans with Upfront Payments
Fiji is piloting a new, year‑round market for women artisans—moving beyond sporadic expos to a permanent emporium. The deal would offer upfront payments for qualifying crafts, aiming to boost incomes and keep traditional handiwork on the map. The approach could open new markets while reducing travel costs for makers across the islands.