Fewer people, higher incomes: Marshall Islands shares in-depth census results with partner support
The Marshall Islands’ first fully digital census shows a declining population but increasing incomes over the past decade, while highlighting differences in wealth, food insecurity, readiness for climate change and the impact of natural disasters.
Stat of the Week: In 2021, 1.16% of the population in Tonga (aged 5+) identified as having a seeing disability
In observance of World Braille Day on 4 January, we highlight seeing disabilities in the Pacific.In 2021, 1.16% of the population in Tonga (aged 5+) identified as having a seeing disability. This is a reminder of the importance of accessibility and…
SPC and Pacific partners to develop disability statistics in three-year project
Improving the inclusion of people with disabilities in official data and decision-making is at the heart of a partnership of Pacific organisations, with a multi-year project funded by Australia launched this International Day of Persons with Disabilities…
Fostering an Inclusive Pacific
Tomorrow is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), which is observed annually on 3 December. The theme for this year is Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future. This theme…
Towards inclusion of persons with disabilities in coastal fisheries in the Pacific: A review of current practice and approaches
Global Disability Summit
The International Disability Alliance (IDA), the Government of Germany,