In a major move to combat gender-based violence (GBV) and foster inclusive development, the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) has signed a contract with Finnish Overseas Consultants (FinnOC) Ltd to deliver targeted technical support and training under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), funded by the World Bank. The initiative officially…
The Guadalcanal Council of Women (GCW) has a a new president. She is Stella Kokopu, who after being elected has pledged to strengthen the council’s outreach to rural communities and promote inclusive development initiatives. In an interview with the Solomon Star, the newly elected president stated that her priority will be to implement the Council’s…
ABOUT 41 young women have graduated over the weekend and successfully completed a five-month life skills program at the Mary Mazzarello Development Centre-RTC at Henderson, East of Honiara. The ceremony was held based on the theme: “Commitment, Patience, and Faith can Lead to Success.” The program began with a thanksgiving mass celebrated by His Grace,…
A three-day training workshop on mental health, specifically designed for legal professionals, was completed last week for 24 members of the Solomon Islands Women in Law Association (SIWILA). Facilitated by mental health expert Debra Tuibau, the workshop focuses on identifying acute and chronic mental health issues, as well as developing healthy strategies to manage workplace…
The SAFENET network has raised concerns over persistent gaps in prevention and awareness programs which are aimed at addressing violence and abuse across communities in Western Province and the country as a whole. This was highlighted by SAFENET Solomon Islands during a one week workshop held in Gizo provincial of western province.Speaking to Solomon Star…
Vois Blo Mere Solomons (VBMS) in partnership with the National Council of Women (NCW) successfully held a discussion with the National Referral Hospital (NRH) women health workers to empower each other, collaborate and advance women’s health issues. The discussion was held on Wednesday at the NRH Conference Room. The meeting aimed to explore potential collaborations…
Meet Relmah Ha’ananga, a determined and passionate 33-year-old lawyer. She is a Junior Lawyer with a private law firm, Voice Lawyers. She was amongst one of the 25 lawyers who were admitted to the Solomon Islands Bar Association (SIBA) in May this year at the High Court. Her parents, who originate from Malaita and Ulawa,…
A new training hub is set to be constructed in Saeragi, West Gizo, Western Province with the aim of equipping local school dropouts and community members with practical skills and knowledge in environmental planning and resilience. The initiative, led by WWF Solomon Islands under the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) Project, will focus…
A new Training of Trainers (TOT) program was held in Saeragi, West Gizo last week aimed at building climate-resilient food systems through community-based knowledge sharing. The training was part of a regional effort led by WWF Solomon Islands. The program, supported under the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) Project, trained community members—known as…
Seventeen (17) male Australia Awards Solomon Islands alumni have successfully completed a two-day training workshop focused on preventing violence against women in our communities and advancing gender equality. Through this initiative, the Australia Awards Solomon Islands is investing in alumni leadership and equipping change-makers to create a safer, more equal future for all Solomon Islanders.…