Protection and fulfilment of rights for all individuals paramount, Hon. Siromi Turaga, Fiji Attorney General
Fiji’s Attorney General and Minister for Justice, the Honourable Siromi Turaga, has re-affirmed that it is paramount to respect, protect and fulfil the rights of all individuals and that the country's new government will increase its investment in the…
SPC's 75th Anniversary: the first-ever Festival of Pacific Arts was held in 1972 in Suva, Fiji
The Pacific Community turned 75 on the 6th of February 2022. As we mark 75 years of the Pacific Community’s Service to the region, on the 6th of each month we will feature a key moment in history for the organization.
The first-ever Festival of Pacific…
Rotuma’s Youth hold the keys to a sustainable future
Rotuma’s Youth hold the keys to a sustainable future
Reducing the risk of domestic violence as Pacific communities face strict lockdowns
As an increasing number of countries recommend self-isolation to prevent the spread of COVID-19, households have to adjust their everyday lives and sometimes face anxiety and stress, causing risks of increased domestic violence.
Pacific Community pays tribute to valued SPC former colleague Jill Emberson
Photo credit: ABC - The Jill Effect: ABC broadcaster Jill Emberson dies, leaving extraordinary legacy for ovarian cancer research
Today, the Pacific Community (SPC) staff mourns the loss of a valued former colleague, Jill Emberson. SPC extends its…
Kiribati: Forging Ahead on Human Rights Education
RRRT Director Miles Young (left) with RRRT Kiribati Country Focal Officer Amberoti Nikora (right) and Permanent Secretary of the Kiribati Ministry of Justice, Birimaaka Tekanene (centre) on signing the MOU
Bullying, social exclusion and gender balance…
10 December is International Human Rights’ Day
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign
Tackling sexual harassment: what can you do?
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign
If you’ve experienced sexual harassment, know that you are not alone. There are people who can help you. Below are some steps you can take to address this issue. Remember: you are entitled to…
Tackling sexual harassment is everybody’s responsibility
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
Nothing justifies sexual harassment
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
"In our culture, it’s normal to flirt with women. They like it."
"She works in a job that’s usually done by men and her colleagues are all men: what does she expect?"
"This is the nature of our work: it…