Rainbow Pride Foundation 4 LGBTQ Rights and Equality in Fiji

22/05/2026

This week’s been a busy week for Rainbow Pride Foundation 4 LGBTQ Rights and Equality in Fiji and our network of CSOs supported by Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The photos posted are self-explanatory of how the week went. We wish to acknowledge Health Equity Matters, Ministry of Health & Medical Services - Fiji, Medical Services Pacific, Pacific Sexual and Gender Diversity Network - PSGDN for their continuous support, and our partner CSOs, Fiji Network Plus, Strumphet Alliance Network,Fiji and, Fiji for championing the importance of community-led HIV response.

17/05/2026

Today, on IDAHOBIT the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia we stand in solidarity with LGBTQIA+ communities in Fiji and around the world. Observed every year on May 17, this day marks the historic moment in 1990 when the World Health Organization removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders a powerful step toward dignity, equality, and human rights for all.

IDAHOBIT is more than a day of awareness. It is a reminder to celebrate the beauty of sexual and gender diversity, while recognising the discrimination, violence, and barriers many LGBTQIA+ people still face every day. Today, we honour resilience, amplify visibility, and continue the call for safer, more inclusive communities where everyone can live freely and authentically.
Raise your flag. Start conversations. Stand up against discrimination.
Together, we create a future built on respect, equality, and pride. 💜

10/05/2026

🌈 Rainbow Pride Foundation at the Mental Health Awareness & Wellbeing Program | University of Fiji – Saweni Campus

On Saturday, 9th May 2026, Rainbow Pride Foundation (RPF) was honoured to be invited by Mending Minds Foundation to participate in the Mental Health Awareness & Wellbeing Program held at the University of Fiji – Saweni Campus, Lautoka, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Our HIV Community-led Prevention Response Coordinator – Western Division, Rita, served as a Guest Speaker and Panelist, delivering a powerful talk on HIV and its impact on Mental Health — shedding light on the deeply important connection between HIV diagnosis and mental wellbeing, particularly among People Living with HIV and Key Populations in our communities.

Rita advocated strongly for mental health awareness among families, communities, human rights defenders, People Living with HIV, and Key Populations — reinforcing RPF's commitment to a holistic, inclusive, and compassionate approach to health and wellbeing for all.

We are grateful to the stakeholders who responded to our outreach and attended at short notice — your presence enriched the dialogue and strengthened the spirit of collaboration.

A huge thank you to our partners on the day:
💚 Mending Minds Foundation
💚 Rotary Club of Suva Central
💚 Fiji Counsellors Association
💚 University of Fiji – Centre for iTaukei Studies
💚 Birth Fiji

Together, we affirmed that mental health matters — and that compassion, inclusion, and collaboration are the roots of resilience. 💚

RPF remains committed to advancing mental wellbeing and human rights across Fiji and the Pacific. 🌏

06/05/2026

Rainbow Pride Foundation was honoured to participate in a Drugs and HIV Community Roundtable Discussion with the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, where drugs and HIV were highlighted as shared priorities for the Governments of Fiji and Australia. Australia acknowledged that meaningful engagement with faith-based organisations and community leaders is essential to ensuring that responses to these shared challenges are grounded in, and reflective of, community priorities.

01/05/2026

In the last Thursday, Rainbow Pride Foundation k4 LGBTQ Rights and Equality in Fiji joined Ministry of Health & Medical Services - Fiji and Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade to discuss HIV programme in the county. Vuvale on Air is a monthly radio talk show that shares people to people stories and development impacts of our Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership.

Vuvale on Air | 🎙️

Tune in tomorrow, Thursday 29 April at 11am, on Gold FM Fiji for the next episode of Vuvale on Air.

Join Dr Jason Mitchell (Ministry of Health & Medical Services - Fiji), Asaeli Sinusetaki (Rainbow Pride Foundation 4 LGBTQ Rights and Equality in Fiji), and Dr Frances Bingwor (Australian High Commission) as they discuss Fiji’s HIV response and how Australia and Fiji are working together through the Vuvale Partnership to support prevention efforts and reduce stigma.



🎧 Missed an episode? Catch up anytime on Spotify:
https://fiji.embassy.gov.au/suva/vuvale_on_air.html

01/05/2026

Rainbow Pride Foundation 4 LGBTQ Rights and Equality in Fiji was invited to lead the SOGIESC Training for partners of Medical Services Pacific in Lautoka.

01/05/2026

Rainbow Pride Foundation 4 LGBTQ Rights and Equality in Fiji was invited to conduct the SOGIESC in DRM Training with Australian Humanitarian Partners.

23/04/2026

We are proud to announce that Mohammed Zahif, Youth President and Central Coordinator of Rainbow Pride Foundation, will be representing the organisation as a speaker at the Women Deliver Conference 2026 in Narrm (Melbourne), Australia.

He brings forward the Foundation’s work, supported by Health Equity Matters and focused on community peer outreach, inclusion, safe spaces, and empowerment. Across movements and generations, this moment reflects a shared commitment to resist, reimagine, and rebuild a just, feminist future centering youth voices and lived experience.

Change calls us here: to gather, to strategize, and to shift power and as young people, we are listening, learning, and rising.

04/04/2026

📍HIV Awareness at St Luke’s Anglican Church, Easter Camp for Youth– Suva

Today, Asaeli Sinusetaki, had the privilege of joining the Anglican Church Easter Camp at Hutson Street, Suva, upon invitation from Father Winston Tarere, to speak on HIV awareness and community-led prevention in Fiji.

Representing a collective of NGOs leading community-led HIV prevention efforts, Asaeli shared key insights on how we are responding to HIV in Fiji — grounded in outreach, education, and strong community partnerships.

💬 The session sparked powerful engagement from the youth, with important questions raised such as:
• Can mothers living with HIV safely breastfeed while on treatment?
• How can we better support people living with HIV (PLHIV)?
• What role can the church play in walking alongside PLHIV?

🙏 What stood out most was the openness and curiosity of the young people — many of whom are navigating these conversations for the first time.

Church leaders and camp facilitators shared positive feedback, noting that the session helped young people better understand the realities, risks, and responsibilities around HIV, especially in contexts where these conversations are often not openly discussed at home or within faith spaces.

🌏 With youth from other Pacific Islands present, this dialogue goes beyond borders. As a regional hub, what happens in Fiji has wider implications — making awareness, prevention, and compassionate support even more critical.

❤️ We are encouraged by the church’s commitment to creating safe spaces for learning, reflection, and action — including sharing real-life experiences and strengthening support systems for those living with HIV.

Together, we continue to break the silence, challenge stigma, and empower our young people to make informed decisions.

29/03/2026

Free Nadi from Drugs Campaign

A powerful step forward as the Turaga na Tui Nawaka declares a drug-free future for our youth and generations to come. This is more than a campaign it’s a united movement, led by community, driven by purpose, and grounded in saying NO to drugs.

From leaders of the Vanua to youth groups, partners, and sponsors this is what collective action looks like. Together, we are building safer spaces and stronger futures for Nadi, the Western Division, and Fiji.

Deep appreciation to our Peer Outreach Workers your dedication is creating real change. To the Western Coordinator (Seniyasi Rita ) and Health Equity Matters your leadership plus support continue to uplift this movement.

28/03/2026

Day 4 wrapped
Behind the scenes: bold voices, real stories, and young changemakers stepping into their power.

10 youths. One platform. Endless impact. 💛

IPPF Sub Regional Office for the Pacific Thank you for your support