‘Water-smart’ taro varieties as the future of sustainable agriculture in the Pacific: Insights from CePaCT research
In pursuing sustainable agriculture amidst changing climate patterns, recent advancements in crop research have shed light on potential solutions. Through the project, "Identification of Drought-Tolerant Taro Varieties for the Pacific”, supported by the…
Pacific Youth Council convening identifies priorities for youth development
As part of a regional convening, the Pacific Youth Council (PYC) and National Youth Council (NYC) representatives from 14 Pacific island countries and territories the need to strengthen collaboration, inclusivity, and…
Youth paving the ways of their future: The Pacific Youth Council
“We are not merely casting away the old, but we are embracing new and unconventional ways of inclusion, collaboration, and support.”
Research in Focus: Sprouting personalities: Semi, an advocate for crop genetic diversity
Deep in this forest that houses 2,400 plant and tree accessions and over 1,500 varieties of taro (edible aroids) is Semi Cakaunitavuki, a Senior Laboratory Technician in Germplasm Health at the Centre for Pacific Crops and Plants (CePaCT). Every day he…
Launching of the Public Service Staff Manual and Groundbreaking of the Prime Minister's Office & PSC Complex
This press release was originally published on Vanuatu PM’s Office website
USAID and SPC support strengthening of Fiji's Human Rights Database and Complaints Management System
The Fiji Human Rights Commission staff recently underwent intensive training with a team from HURIDOCS, a leading human rights technology non-government organisation based in Geneva, Switzerland.
The collaboration focussed on enhancing Fiji's human…
Strengthening sexual and reproductive health and rights in the Pacific
In the Pacific region, significant progress has been made towards achieving the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) goals embedded in international commitments.
USAID and SPC support Fiji’s update of its national disability policy
Government of Fiji hosts successful UN Human Rights Treaty Body follow-up review pilot
In a landmark event, the Government of Fiji recently hosted the third and final United Nations Human Rights Treaty Body (TB) follow-up review pilot, conducted from November 28 to 30, 2023. The gathering featured the active participation of three Pacific…
Fiji Health focusses on Post- COVID Conditions
The Fiji Ministry of Health and Medical Services was one of the first few Island countries to respond to COVID-19 cases. Together, with regional development partners and donors, it was able to develop preparedness and response plans to effectively manage…