Women in Executive Leadership Solomon Islands

08/06/2026

Please be informed that the WELSI website is currently undergoing an upgrade therefore it is out of service for now. The WELSI page is active and you may use the platform for any needs relating to Registration, Training, or any pertaining matters. Thank you.

05/06/2026

The SI Senior Executive Women in Leadership Training is back this JULY!

Save the dates: 21, 23, 28 & 30 July 2026 at the Solomon Ports Auditorium.

Apply now via https://welsi.org/trainings/2 or visit welsi.org

28/05/2026

WELSI recently held its second Board Meeting for the year, bringing together Board members to discuss key priorities, ongoing initiatives, and plans for the months ahead.

We thank our Board members for their continued dedication, volunteerism, and leadership in driving WELSI’s vision forward.

28/05/2026

WELSI Vice Chair and Secretary recently visited Solomon Power CEO Delilah Homelo and General Manager Corporate, Droumand Rupert, to discuss potential partnership opportunities.

We were pleased to share WELSI’s objectives and explore ways Solomon Power can further support and empower its female staff through professional development and leadership opportunities.

We look forward to welcoming Solomon Power staff onboard as WELSI members in the near future.

19/05/2026

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐒𝐈 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

WELSI acknowledges prominent Honiara business Quan Chee Motors for their continuous support towards the work WELSI does in empowering women in leadership roles across various sectors in the Solomon Islands

WELSI President, Ms Pamela Naesol made the acknowledgement following the successful hosting of WELSI’s flagship training event, the 7th Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program in Honiara in April 2026.

This was after Quan Chee Motors donated SBD10,000 for WELSI to cover the membership of one-hundred members to encourage membership and highlight the importance of having partners to support the advancement of women into executive and decision-making roles.

“We have seen women showing interest in becoming WELSI members but were not supported by their employers which is why Quan Chee Motors have decided to pledge support to allow such women to have access to WELSI’s membership, and we are highly appreciative of such gestures from corporate houses”, said Ms. Naesol.

“WELSI’s achievements as a growing organization and platform to advance more Solomon Islands women into executive roles will only be possible through strategic partnerships and support such as this. As an organization growing from scratch, our ability to fully advance our objectives is limited by the current capacity at which we are operating. Strategic collaboration with wider stakeholders in the Gender Equality space therefore is necessary.

We are so fortunate to have a very strong Board of Directors comprising professional women with a broad skillset who continue to volunteer their time and expertise to support the progress of WELSI’s growth and objectives,” Pamela continues.

“Our vision to provide advocacy support, ecosystem development and strengthening for women in executive leadership can only be achieved by working collaboratively with all partners and supporters alike,” she added.

WELSI is a member-driven organization dedicated to empowering women in leadership roles across various sectors in the Solomon Islands.

By fostering mentorship, advocacy, and skill-building, WELSI aims to create a more inclusive and equitable professional landscape.

https://welsi.org/news/9

18/05/2026

WELSI had the honor today of visiting Our Telekom and meeting with CEO Christina Lasaqa and her team.

We had a great discussion about partnership opportunities, and we’re thrilled to announce Our Telekom’s pledge to support WELSI.

As part of Telekom’s commitment to advancing women’s careers and leadership development, they will encourage and support their female staff in middle management and executive roles to join WELSI as members. This will ensure staff have access to opportunities through WELSI for professional development, leadership growth, and networking.

Tagio tumas Our Telekom for recognising and supporting the importance of advancing women’s leadership and development.

14/05/2026

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐒𝐈’𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

Thursday 14 May, Honiara: The Women in Executive Leadership Solomon Islands (WELSI) has delivered yet another successful Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program in Honiara.

This is the 7th cohort as WELSI remains committed in its efforts to raise awareness on important leadership matters for professional and businesswomen to be aware of when advancing their careers into higher leadership positions.

The four-day program was hosted on the 21st, 23rd, 28th and 30th of April 2026 led by Program Facilitator, Ms. Lilly Lomulo with a line-up of experienced guest speakers.
“It has been inspiring to witness our executives recognize their potential and embrace the value they bring to their workplaces and communities.

“As lead facilitator my passion is to empower our women executives with knowledge, confidence and cultivating opportunity for them to be transformative leaders, be better versions of themselves and be positive changemakers as professionals,” she said.

Guest speakers at this delivery of the Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program included Michelle Maelaua, Head of Corporate Services at Solomon Water, David Quan Chairman of Solomon Power, Dinna Irofufuli, WELSI Vice Chair and Head of Talent and Inclusion at BAT Solomon Islands, Diane Tasion, Country Manager of Trans Pacific Assurance Ltd and Dr. Emmanuel Joseph Iyabora, Independent Governance and Public Sector Reform Consultant.

The objective of the program is to support professional women into the executive leadership space and provide them with the right tools and support networks to progress their careers through that pathway and give them a road-map to guide them.

One of the participants, Raijeli Kubule, who works as Administration and Logistics Officer at SolTuna, now sees herself as a confident accountable leader who can drive impact and support others effectively.“This program has shifted my mindset from position-based leadership to influence-based leadership. I see myself as a confident accountable leader who can drive impact and support others effectively,” she said when sharing her experience on attending the program.

“The most powerful moment for me was sharing experiences with other women leaders and realizing the values of collective strength, resilience and support,” she added.Ms. Kubule also took time to encourage other aspiring Solomon Islands women leaders to be confident, take initiative and invest in their professional growth. “Do not wait for the perfect moment, step forward, stay authentic and lead with purpose,” she said.

Read more via the link below.

https://welsi.org/news/8

07/05/2026

Great training opportunity for business owners and professionals who want to learn more about financial management and budgeting.

💰 **Not a finance expert? No problem. Master your money anyway.**

Struggling with budgets, approvals, or financial decisions in your role? This training is designed to give **non-accountants the confidence and practical skills** to manage money effectively.

🎯 **What you’ll gain:**
✔️ Build realistic and effective budgets
✔️ Make informed financial decisions
✔️ Strengthen accountability and financial control
✔️ Apply skills in your workplace immediately

👥 **Perfect for:** Managers, team leaders, business owners, NGO & community leaders

📅 19 & 21 May 2026
📍 Solomon Ports Authority (SIPA)
💰 Members: $2,700 | Non-Members: $3,500

⏳ Limited spaces available!
👉 Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5WKX9GW

05/05/2026

Congratulations to all participants of the SI Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program (SEWLP) 🎓

After four days of training, 18 participants received their certificates yesterday on Tuesday, 5th May at Heritage Park Hotel.

We were especially grateful to have David Quan, Chairman of Solomon Power, who addressed and encouraged our participants. Thank you for being a strong supporter of the program and for sharing your experience and advice.

Wishing all our participants the best as you continue your leadership journey.

28/04/2026

Day 1 highlights from the SI Senior Executive Women in Leadership program — Tuesday, 21 April at the Solomon Ports Auditorium.

We were pleased to welcome the Country Manager of Trans Pacific Insurance, Diana Tasion, who shared valuable insights on the importance of support systems in her leadership journey. Participants also explored support systems and communication as part of the day’s learning.

A strong start to an inspiring leadership journey.