Vanuatu Women's Centre

Vanuatu Women's Centre VWC provides counselling & legal services, information on violence against women & hold community awareness, workshops and trainings on domestic violence.

VWC is located in Nambatu area, beside Sunrise Production on Rue d'Anjou road. VWC has 4 Branches located in Luganville in Santo (Sanma Counselling Centre), Lenakel in Tanna (Tafea Counselling Centre), Sola in the Banks (Torba Counselling Centre) & Lakatoro in Malekula (Malampa Counselling Centre). VWC has a network of 39 committees against violence against women (CAVAW) that work throughout the i

slands of Vanuatu from the Torres Groups to Anietyum. VWC's network works to eliminate violence against women and girls in Vanuatu.

On 3rd June 2026, the Vanuatu Women’s centre was delighted to meet with Lauren O’keefe and her family from Sydney, Austr...
04/06/2026

On 3rd June 2026, the Vanuatu Women’s centre was delighted to meet with Lauren O’keefe and her family from Sydney, Australia again here main office. During their second visit, the family generously donated children’s and women’s clothes and toys and essential items to support women and children accessing VWC Services and Safe Space.

They have visited Vanuatu many times over the years, they continue to demonstrate a strong connection to the Vanuatu and commitment to support local communities. The donation was warmly received by VWC Coordinator and Communication officer, who expressed sincere appreciation for the family’s kindness and generosity.

The Vanuatu Women’s Centre extends heartfelt thanks to Lauren O’keefe and her family for their thoughtful contribution and support you have provided. Their generosity helps strengthen the centre’s work in providing care, protection and hope to women and children throughout Vanuatu.

Vanuatu Women's Centre recently attended the Pacific Gender BasedViolence Data Workshop. The workshop brought together c...
01/06/2026

Vanuatu Women's Centre recently attended the Pacific Gender BasedViolence Data Workshop. The workshop brought together countries such as Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia and Samoa.

The workshop aims to facilitate knowledge exchange among Pacific island practitioners of GBV prevalence data to inform regional GBV management plans, policies and surveys as well as to ensure their voices and experiences are reflected in global methodologies and fora.

VWC had the privilege also to sit in as a panelist for a "Talanoa Session" where discussions were mainly around the experiences of VWC during the undertaking of it's 2nd National Prevalence Survey, 2024.

The workshop took place on May 25 -26th at Novotel Lami,Suva,Fiji.

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MENTAL HEALTH MINI CONFERENCE 2026 – STRONGER TOGETHER! ✨🧠What an inspiring and uplifting day at the Mental Health Mini ...
01/06/2026

MENTAL HEALTH MINI CONFERENCE 2026 – STRONGER TOGETHER! ✨🧠
What an inspiring and uplifting day at the Mental Health Mini Conference 2026, held at the National University of Vanuatu on 29 May 2026! 🇻🇺💚
Under the powerful theme:
“Stronger together: strengthening systems, supporting communities, & promoting mental well-being for a resilient Vanuatu,”
the conference brought together passionate voices, dedicated professionals, and community leaders — all united for a healthier future.
🌟 Participants were energized by engaging presentations and meaningful discussions on mental health across Vanuatu.
💬 Powerful panel discussions included:
🔹 Protecting dignity, strengthening systems – the future of mental health legislation in Vanuatu
🔹 It takes a village to raise a child – building stronger systems of care for children and adolescents
🔥 A lively and thought-provoking debate also sparked great discussion:
👉 Should the Government build a mental health institution?
👏 The energy, ideas, and shared commitment in the room showed that Vanuatu is moving forward together — breaking stigma, strengthening systems, and supporting one another.
💚 Together, we are building a more resilient, caring, and mentally strong Vanuatu — because mental health matters for everyone.

Yu Save Se:Namba 2 Nasonal Sevei tu i lukluk long tufala niufala eria blong wari we i stap afektem ol woman mo gel long ...
28/05/2026

Yu Save Se:

Namba 2 Nasonal Sevei tu i lukluk long tufala niufala eria blong wari we i stap afektem ol woman mo gel long Vanuatu: Online Teknoloji Abuis (Technology Facilitated Abuse) mo vaelens agensem ol woman long taem blong disasta.

Teknoloji-fasiliteted abius naoia i kam wan niufala fasin blong kontrolem mo mekem woman i fraet, we ol hasban mo patna oli stap yusum. Long tedei, 14% blong ol woman we oli bin stap long wan rilesensip oli stap fesem kaen abius ia, mo 19% oli bin eksperiens lo hem long laef blong olgeta. Plante long ol woman ia oli talem se ol patna blong olgeta oli stap lukaot mo kontrolem muvmen mo komiunikesen blong olgeta long telefon mo sosol media, mo sam narafala oli stap fesem seksual mo pawa/ kontrol tru long teknoloji.

Impoten blong save se 70% blong ol kes ia oli stap hapen insaed long hom long Vanuatu, mo narafala 30% i joen wetem labour mobility scheme taem hasban o patna i stap wok long overseas.

Long festaem long Vanuatu, sevei ia tu i bin investikatem hao vaelens agensem ol woman mo ol natural disasta oli joen. Risal i soemaot se disasta i no stret risen blong vaelens, be hem i save mekem vaelens we i stap finis i kam moa nogud. Long ol woman we oli stap laef finis wetem vaelens, 67% oli talem se oli eksperiensim fisikol o seksuel vaelens long taem blong disasta o stret afta long disasta. Long ol kaen taem olsem, ol woman oli fesem mo traem faenem wei lo tugeta trauma blong natural disasta mo denja blong vaelens long hom, plante taem we olgeta sevis blong sapot oli no stap wok gud o i had blong kasem long taem blong emejensi.

Namba 2 Sevei blong ol Woman mo rilesensip blong olgeta 2024 (Chapter 4)

Vanuatu Women's Centre hemi ranem second stej blong Male Advocacy Training long Made namba 25 May 2026 kasem Friday nam...
26/05/2026

Vanuatu Women's Centre hemi ranem second stej blong Male Advocacy Training long Made namba 25 May 2026 kasem Friday namba 29 May 2026. Training ya i stap long Conference Room blong Vunamele Church of Christ long Luganville, Santo.

Long fes dei ol patisipen oli lanem moa mo andastanem role blong olgeta olsem ol male advoket or ol man we oli advoket blong stopem ol vaelens we i stap happen long ol woman mo ol gel.
Male Advocacy hemi involvem ol man mo boe blong wok blong helpem ol woman mo ol gel blong promotem Jenda equality, respect, mo non-violence long family mo community.

Training ya bae hemi helpem ol patisipen blong development save, skil mo attitude blong kam positive role model long sosaeti. Training ya hemi jalenjem tu ol rabis fasin we wan male advoket istap mekem blong spolem laef blong ol woman mo ol gel bifo hemi save helpem wan woman long ol rabis fasin we woman ya i stap go tru long hem.

Training hemi remindem yumi se Jenda Equality hemi no blong putum priority long ol woman ova long ol man, be hemi blong yumi evriwan i mas luksave se yumi evriwan yumi shud luksave mo valuem yumi evriwan long wan famili mo komuniti blong yumi save live safely, mo save kasem sapot, yumi save patisipet long ol desisen mo ol divelopmen we i stap happen inside long famili mo komuniti; Blong hemia hemi happen, yumi mas meksua se ol rabis fasin we i stap spolem laef blong ol gel mo ol woman hemi affectem famili, komuniti mo kaontri blong yumi.

The Vanuatu Women’s Centre sincerely thanks the New Zealand High Commission in Vanuatu for the invitation and continued ...
21/05/2026

The Vanuatu Women’s Centre sincerely thanks the New Zealand High Commission in Vanuatu for the invitation and continued partnership. We value the opportunity to connect with Civil Society Organisations and work together to strengthen communities in Vanuatu.

The Vanuatu Women’s Centre attended an important meeting of the Mind Care Bill Working Group as part of its ongoing comm...
20/05/2026

The Vanuatu Women’s Centre attended an important meeting of the Mind Care Bill Working Group as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting inclusive, rights-based approaches to mental health and wellbeing in Vanuatu.

The meeting, held at the Law Reform Commission’s conference room in Port Vila, marked another key milestone in the development of the Mind Care Bill. Discussions focused on important policy considerations that will guide the drafting of the legislation, ensuring it reflects the needs of service users, frontline workers, and key stakeholders.

The Working Group brings together representatives from government agencies, service providers, and key partners, including the Mind Care Unit, Ministry of Youth, Justice and Community Services, Ministry of Health, Vanuatu Police Force, nurses, the Human Rights and Disability Desk, service users, and the Vanuatu Law Reform Commission.

The participation of VWC reflects its continued advocacy for the protection, safety, and wellbeing of women and girls, especially those affected by violence and mental health challenges.

Together, partners are working to strengthen a more responsive, accessible, and people-centred mental health system for Vanuatu.

On Saturday 16th May 2026, the Vanuatu Women’s Centre conducted a Community Awareness session at the Benjor Bukura area ...
19/05/2026

On Saturday 16th May 2026, the Vanuatu Women’s Centre conducted a Community Awareness session at the Benjor Bukura area community.

The session focused on Gender-Based Violence, understanding different forms of Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Technology-Facilitated Abuse, and the support services provided by Vanuatu Women’s Centre, including Counselling, Community Education, and Legal Information.

A total of 55 participants attended the awareness session, including 25 women, 17 men, and 13 children. Community members actively participated by asking important questions, especially regarding the recent domestic violence case where a woman lost her life. Discussions also highlighted how Vanuatu Women’s Centre and the Vanuatu Police Force work together to support survivors and respond to cases of violence.

The program was included a token of appreciation also presented to the Chief for allowing Vanuatu Women’s Centre to conduct the awareness session in the community; welcome remarks by the VWC Coordinator, cake cutting, awareness sessions led by the Community Educator, sharing lunch together, and the distribution of posters, 7 legal brochures, Family Protection Law information, 10 child safety rules, understanding Human Rights and newsletters.

Community members and chief leaders expressed their appreciation for the time and effort taken by Vanuatu Women’s Centre to visit and engage with them. They also shared their commitment to continue working together in the future to strengthen awareness, respond and prevent violence against women and children in their communities.

Happy National Women’s Day to all branches of the Vanuatu Women’s Centre and to every woman around in Vanuatu.Your commi...
15/05/2026

Happy National Women’s Day to all branches of the Vanuatu Women’s Centre and to every woman around in Vanuatu.

Your commitment to your families, communities, and to the country in every small and big way is deeply valued. Especially in the ongoing fight for rights, safety, representation, and gender equality, your strength and dedication continue to make a powerful difference.

Sanma Counselling Centre celebrated National Women's day with Luganville widow association in Luganville, Santo

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Tedei ibin kat wan aweanes Sesen wetem olgeta construction woka long Vanuatu Women’s Centre long topik blong Gender Equa...
13/05/2026

Tedei ibin kat wan aweanes Sesen wetem olgeta construction woka long Vanuatu Women’s Centre long topik blong Gender Equality, ol defren kaen fasin blong Domestik Vaelens, mo Human Raets mo kat wan sotfala aktivit oli mekem tu.

Long olgeta grup toktok mo serem tingting, olgeta patisipen i tingting dip long impoten blong rispek, semak tritmen, mo bildim olgeta sef famili mo komuniti we i fri long vaelens. Evriwan i kat wan pat blong plei blong mekem gudfala jenis mo protektem raet blong wan wan pesen.

Tugeta, yumi kontiniu blong mekem aweanes mo oltaem stanap strong tugeta wetem komuniti blong kat wan sef mo gudfala Vanuatu.

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Rue D'Anjou, Nambatu, PO Box1358
Port-Vila

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 07:30 - 16:30
Thursday 07:30 - 16:30
Friday 07:30 - 16:30
Saturday 08:30 - 12:30

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+67825764

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