Ending all discrimination against women and girls is not only a basic human right, it’s crucial for sustainable future; it’s proven that empowering women and girls helps economic growth and development.
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has made gender equality central to its work and we’ve seen remarkable progress in the past 20 years. There are more girls in school now compared to 15 years ago, and most regions have reached gender parity in primary education.
But although there are more women than ever in the labour market, there are still large inequalities in some regions, with women systematically denied the same work rights as men. Sexual violence and exploitation, the unequal division of unpaid care and domestic work, and discrimination in public office all remain huge barriers. Climate change and disasters continue to have a disproportionate effect on women and children, as do conflict and migration.
It is vital to give women equal rights land and property, sexual and reproductive health, and to technology and the internet. Today there are more women in public office than ever before, but encouraging more women leaders will help achieve greater gender equality.
Riya Risha Goundar has always been fascinated by farming. This was because of the endless teachings and witnessing the hard work displayed by her grandmother on their farm. The 18-year-old first-year student at Fiji National University’s Ba Campus joined the College Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (CAFF) pursuing the programme, Certificate in Agriculture (Level 3). This...Read More
With each step, women redefine what it means to be limitless, an inspiration to all women to break barriers and embrace inclusivity in every sphere of life. This was the powerful statement made by Varanisese Tagimaucia, a Fiji National University Lecturer with the College of Humanities and Education, at Natabua Campus in Lautoka. Tagimaucia’s...Read More
A report on violence against children in Fiji that the Fiji National University (FNU) collaborated on was launched by the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection yesterday. The report titled “Violence Against Children in Fiji, A Scoping Study Report” is a joint research collaboration between FNU and the University of the Pacific. FNU’s College...Read More
The 6th Pacific Island Chief Dental Officers Meeting is a milestone event for the dental fraternity to discuss issues affecting oral health. This statement was shared by the President of the Republic of Fiji, His Excellency, Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere while officiating at the dental conference’s banquet dinner at the Pearl Resort in Pacific Harbour...Read More
The Fiji National University (FNU) formalised a partnership with Neoteric Investments Ltd to provide ESL, Preliminary and Foundation studies for high school students from China. FNU Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba, highlighted that English proficiency not only enhanced academic pursuits, but also empowered individuals to participate fully in the global economy, fostering opportunities for...Read More
The Fiji National University (FNU) has maintained its ranking and improved its overall scores for the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) ranking. FNU held its overall position at 801-1000 from 1,591 global institutions in 2023; compared to 801-1000 from 1,410 institutions in 2022. The Impact rankings measure how an institution’s research, stewardship, outreach and...Read More
An increase in the participation of young girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects will transform stereotypical perceptions about girls’ interests and aptitudes. This was expressed by the Fiji National University’s Associate Dean for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Vasenai Kereni following the successful Girls in STEM camp held in collaboration...Read More
The Fiji National University (FNU) was commended by UN Women Fiji’s Sandra Bernklau for respecting, recognising and taking action by initiating the Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Gender Expression and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC) and human rights staff training this morning. Bernklau, the Country Representative of UN Women Fiji’s Multi-Country Office, delivered the keynote address as Chief...Read More
FWRM and FNU workshop highlights young women’s issues The Fiji Women’s Rights Movement (FWRM) in partnership with the Fiji National University (FNU), organised a series of workshops at campuses across the country to raise awareness and promote young women’s leadership and empowerment. Recently, three Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) workshops were carried out at...Read More
Encouraging young females to develop an interest in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and explore the potential rewarding career pathways it has to offer, was an opportunity not be missed for two Fiji National University (FNU) instructors. The duo, Vasenai Kereni and Lani Ragusuloto, were part of the recently-concluded STEM Camp...Read More
Fiji National University (FNU) female academics, lecturers and middle-managers were challenged to be active participants in decision making at all levels to ensure gender equity and equality. Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation Senior Women’s Interest Officer, Reijieli Mawa highlighted this during her key address whilst opening the FNU Gender and Leadership Workshop at...Read More
A senior academic at the Fiji National University (FNU), Associate Professor Food Science, Dr Jimaima Lako believes everyone needs to celebrate and acknowledge the immense contribution that women have made and continue to make in society. Sharing her views in the lead up to International Women’s Day (IWD), the College of Engineering, Science and Technology...Read More