UNFPA Pacific

04/06/2026

Why does Gender-Based Violence (GBV) data matter in the Pacific?

Jessica Gardner from shares how the Pacific has helped shape global approaches to collecting and using data on violence against women, following discussions at the Pacific Gender-Based Violence Data Workshop held in Fiji in May 2026.

The region’s experience has helped strengthened evidence-based policies, services and accountability for women and girls around the world.

Because when we have better data, we can drive better action.

04/06/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐂𝐎𝐏𝟑𝟏 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐧!

On 2 June, more than 100 young people from across the Pacific gathered in Suva and online to discuss their climate priorities, share Pacific realities, and explore youth-led solutions ahead of a critical moment for the region, with Fiji set to host the Pre-COP in October.

Co-designed and co-led by the Pacific United Nations and the Pacific Youth Council, in partnership with the Council of Regional Organizations of the Pacific, which brings together key Pacific regional agencies, the Talanoa Series is creating space for young people to share their lived experiences and help shape the Pacific’s voice in the lead-up to Pre-COP31.

Guest speakers, including Bidisha Pillai, co-chair of the Pacific UN Inter-Agency Working Group on Adolescents and Youth, and Reverend Professor Upolu Luma Vaai from
Pasifika Communities University, welcomed the start of the series and highlighted the importance of placing young people at the centre of climate dialogue.

As the generation already living the realities of the climate crisis, young people across the Pacific are raising their voices, driving solutions and helping shape the future they deserve.

03/06/2026

26/05/2026

25/05/2026

In the Pacific, data on violence against women is not just evidence. It is a foundation for action, accountability and change.

Today in Suva, Fiji, UNFPA Pacific joined practitioners, government representatives, statisticians, women-led organisations, health departments, regional partners and UN agencies for Day One of the Pacific Gender-Based Violence Data Workshop.

Convened through the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade-funded kNOwVAWdata programme, and opened by the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection - Fiji, Hon. Sashi Kiran, the workshop is creating space for Pacific practitioners to share lessons, challenges and approaches to strengthening the collection, analysis and use of GBV data.

21/05/2026

Are you a young climate advocate in the Pacific?

Join the first session of the Pacific Youth Climate Talanoa Series: Journey to COP31 and Beyond, bringing together young people to share ideas, strengthen advocacy, and shape Pacific youth voices on climate action.

📅 Tuesday, 2 June 2026
🕚 11am–4pm FJT
📍 Pasifika Communities University, Suva & online

Scan the QR code in the flyer below or click on the following link to register for the first Talanoa Session: https://zurl.co/eJt67



UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji

20/05/2026

20/05/2026

UNFPA Pacific, in partnership with Nauru’s Department of Public Health, conducted a five-day training for 23 young people on the Life Matters health information package.

The training equipped young people in Nauru with essential information, tools and values to make informed choices about their health and futures. Feedback from this cohort will also help ensure the package remains effective, youth-friendly and culturally relevant for future participants.

This initiative is supported by Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade under the Transformative Agenda for Women, Adolescents and Youth.

15/05/2026

“When I grow up, I want to be a doctor. To save lives.” 🩺

Big dreams start with the right support! Through Family Life Education (FLE), students aren’t just learning—they are gaining the confidence to speak up, make informed choices, and chase their futures.

This is the power of the Transformative Agenda at work. Implemented by UNFPA Pacific and supported by the Australian Government (DFAT), we are dedicated to empowering young people across the region to take charge of their health, rights, and potential.

13/05/2026

“The more we know, the better we can protect ourselves and our community.”

Meet Raijieli Andrew, a 20-year-old student from Suva, Fiji, who recently attended a workshop on Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

From understanding human rights to tackling the rise of HIV cases, Raijieli and her peers are breaking the silence on sensitive topics and gaining the tools to lead a healthier future.
Knowledge is power.



Fiji National University