Development

Hands-On and Leading: Women in Construction at Buala Market

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A young Solomon Islands woman, Nanny Walasi, is breaking new ground in construction on the Buala Market Project, gaining hands-on skills and inspiring other women to follow in her footsteps. Walasi is a graduate under...

Lord Mayor Welcomes Courtesy Visit from Honiara Council of Women

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The Honiara Council of Women on the 6th of October 2025, made a courtesy visit to the Honiara City Council (HCC) Lord Mayor, Councillor Eddie Kasuteé Siapu, at the Honiara City Council Office. During the...

International Youth Day 2025: Simaema Neilsen Calls on Young Solomon Islanders to Lead Change

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As the world marks International Youth Day 2025 under the theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” Australia Awards scholar Simaema Neilsen is urging young Solomon Islanders to embrace their role as...

Solomon Airlines Captain Patricia Avosa Soars Higher with Distinction

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Solomon Airlines proudly congratulates Captain Patricia Avosa, who has graduated with a Bachelor of Aviation with Distinction from Griffith University on 28th July 2025, marking another significant milestone in her exceptional career. Captain Avosa is...

Minister Impressed With Buala Market Facilities for Women

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The new Buala Market has been designed in consultation with vendors and the local community to create an inclusive, accessible space for over 150 vendors. The new market will improve economic opportunities for women,...

Kristina Sogavare Calls for Action in Uplifting Women in the Community

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BY CHRIS ALEX THE Vice President of the National Council of Women, Kristina Sogavare, has underscored the importance of taking deliberate actions to uplift and empower women in the community. Speaking at the International Women’s Day...

Keeping Women Safe in the Infrastructure We Build

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REDUCING violence against women includes building safer spaces for women to work and rest in. Marking this year’s 16-days of activism against gender-based violence, Australian High Commissioner, His Excellency Rod Hilton said Australia’s zero tolerance...

Cr Lydia Yeo Opens New Office for Panatina Ward 12 Women’s Association

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OVER the weekend, on Saturday, October 26, 2024, Honiara City Councilor (Cr) Lydia Yeo officially opened her office building for the Panatina Ward 12 Women’s Association to use as their new office and community...

Sunday Isles Honored by MASI for Women’s Advocacy

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BY JOY OFASIA SUNDAY Isles proudly acknowledges the Media Solomon Islands for honoring Isles Media's contributions to the Solomon Women Platform with a special recognition award. The award, a Certificate of Recognition for Raising the Voices...

Solomon Islands Pushes Gender-Sensitive Development

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THE Solomon Islands Government continues to advocate for global recognition and action on gender-sensitive development strategies to combat climate vulnerability. Speaking at a panel discussion on Gender, Climate, and Security at the High-Level Political Forum...