15/06/2026
Strengthening Partnerships for Inclusive Leadership
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Sashi Kiran, recently met with representative from Pasifika Communities University (PCU), Director of Centre for Gender and Social Justice - CGSJ Ms. Emele Duituturaga, to explore opportunities for collaboration, learning, and community development. Also present was the Ministry's Acting Permanent Secretary, Ms. Selina Kuruleca.
A key highlight of the meeting was the discussion on Pasifika Communities University's academic programmes, including the Bachelor of Ecumenism, Bachelor of Divinity, and Master of Theology. Equally important was the exploration of how PCU can partner with the Ministry to support programmes that promote healing, restoration, and transformation for individuals and communities facing social challenges. The conversation focused on building pathways from brokenness to wholeness, strengthening resilience, restoring dignity, and empowering people to rebuild their lives through education, faith-based learning, and community-centred support. Director Emele also presented the 2025 report, ReSTORYing Gender for Transformative Leadership for Justice: A Niu Pasifika Gender Paradigm, which offers fresh Pacific perspectives on gender, leadership, and social justice.
Discussions underscored the value of education, research, and meaningful dialogue in nurturing inclusive leadership and building stronger, more resilient communities across Fiji.