October 19, 2024

Issue of gender-based violence in SI

Dear Editor – As a concerned student and citizen of the Solomon Islands, I encourage the newly elected government to consider the issue of gender equality and women empowerment as top priority work.   This is Goal No.5 of the 11 UN Sustainable Development Goals which is integral to the achievement of the other 10 SDG.  …

Urgent need for LGBTQ rights, representation in Fiji

Dear Editor – As an University of the South Pacific (USP) student doing governance I write to address the pressing issue of LGBTQ underrepresentation and discrimination in Fiji.  Despite some progress, our LGBTQ citizens continue to face prejudice that violates their fundamental rights. While same-sex activity was decriminalized in 2010, LGBTQ Fijians still lack basic…