Adi Salaseini Gonelevu: Championing Law and Purpose
ADI Salaseini Gonelevu is making waves in both academia and international law debate. Her journey is a dedication to both her studies and the empowerment of women.
As the eldest of six siblings – five...
Naha Clinic’s New Birthing Centre: A Dream Come True
BY JOY OFASIA
FOR years, Ellen Miza Vunagi Jilini, the Nursing in Charge for Naha Clinic, has worked in overcrowded facilities with limited resources. Now, as the Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre nears completion,...
Lilly Funakwanga Advocates for Women’s Rights and Gender Equality
BY JOY OFASIA
DURING the International Women’s Day celebrations in Honiara, Lilly Tafoa Funakwanga, Managing Director at AVIV Design Printing and Construction, shared her insights on women’s rights and gender equality in the Solomon Islands.
While...
Empowered by Support: Elizabeth Tolilalo Celebrates Women’s Strength
BY JOY OFASIA
AS women around the world celebrate International Women’s Day, Elizabeth Tolilalo, the secretary of the Women’s Salvation Army Church Organization, reflects on her journey and the women who have shaped her life.
In...
Solomon Islands Planned Parenthood Marks International Women’s Day with Cervical Cancer Screening
BY JOY OFASIA
To commemorate International Women’s Day 2025, the Solomon Islands Planned Parenthood Association offered free cervical cancer screenings at their Honiara office on March 10th and 11th.
Jordy Joel Toiraena, Solomon Islands Planned Parenthood...
Australia Awards Alumni Women in Leadership Award Winner Announced
THE inaugural Australia Awards Alumni Women’s Leadership Award winner has been announced as Lorah Kwanairara, in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025.
The new award celebrates women who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and dedication, breaking...
Solomon Islands Women Still Underrepresented in Leadership: Minister Calls for Urgent Action
BY CHRIS ALEX
WOMEN in the Solomon Islands continue to face significant barriers to leadership and decision-making roles, despite their proven contributions to society, according to Minister for Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs, Freda...
Kristina Sogavare Calls for Action in Uplifting Women in the Community
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...
U.S. Embassy Representative Highlights Women’s Entrepreneurship Program in Honiara
BY CHRIS ALEX
UNITED States of America Embassy in Honiara representative Kristine Marsh reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to supporting women’s empowerment through business education and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Speaking during the international women’s day in Honiara, Marsh...
Australia Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in Solomon Islands
BY CHRIS ALEX
ON the second day of International Women’s Day celebrations, Australian Minister-Counsellor Lindsay Buckingham from the Australian High Commission reinforced Australia’s unwavering commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls...
