Tag: women’s rights
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Fiji Women Reach 29% on SOE Boards, but Leadership Gaps Remain
Women now occupy about 29% of Fiji’s state-owned enterprise boards in 2026, a modest rise but the leadership landscape remains predominantly male. The findings highlight uneven… Read more
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Fiji pushes gender-inclusive land reforms and climate policy rooted in human rights
Fiji is steering its land and climate reforms toward deeper inclusion, with a focus on women, girls and other vulnerable communities. Officials emphasize gender-responsive planning and… Read more
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Fiji Urged to Tackle Unpaid Care and Market Harassment to Boost Women in Fisheries
Hidden barriers like unpaid care work and risky market spaces are shaping Fiji’s women’s participation in the fisheries sector. A government official highlights time poverty, safety… Read more
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Pacific Islands Forum Pushes Concrete Gender Equality Action at CSW70 as Solomon Islands Tests Gender-Responsive Budgeting
A regional push to turn gender equality pledges into real-world action is gaining momentum across Pacific nations—from budget reforms to survivor-centered services and climate-aware protections for… Read more
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Fiji Expands Legal Aid and Rural Access to Boost Women’s Access to Justice at UN CSW70
Despite stronger protections for women, Fiji still faces barriers to justice—distance, cost, and limited legal awareness keep many from seeking redress. Officials warn of a surge… Read more
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UN Women warns of widening global justice gap for women as conflicts surge and civic space shrinks
When justice isn’t equal, communities bear the cost. A new analysis reveals a widening gap in women’s access to rights and essential services, driven by conflict,… Read more
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Pacific Ministers Push for Tailored UN Reform to Advance Gender Equality and GBV Response at CSW70
Pacific Islands Forum ministers pressed for UN reform that centers the Pacific, spotlighting gender equality, GBV, climate vulnerability, and peace and security. They urged preserving the… Read more
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Levukana Shall Rise: Women Lead Sustainable Farming in Fiji Village as Men Share Duties and Boost Local Income
Women in Levukana Village on Vanuabalavu are stepping into the fields beside men as a local development programme overturns decades of gender norms. Levukana Shall Rise… Read more