Pacific Region • FijiTragic surge in domestic violence: Three lives lost in Fiji amid call to actionFiji is grappling with an increase in domestic violence as human rights advocates criticise the lack of adequate responses.Christine RovoiWed, 30 Apr
Law & Order • FijiHuman rights advocate demands urgent training for Fiji Rugby amid assault allegationsThe call for action highlights the pressing need to address deeper issues of gender-based violence in sports, to protect players, and uphold the integrity of the game in the country, Shamima Ali says.Christine RovoiWed, 23 Apr
Law & OrderConcerns rise over sentencing reformsAdvocates warn of increased harm to Pacific and Māori families.Khalia StrongThu, 27 Mar
Pacific Region • FijiIt takes a village to raise a child: UN rings alarm over crisis in the PacificUnder the banner ‘Children are the future of the Blue Continent’, a wellbeing summit in Fiji prioritises child protection systems across the region.Christine RovoiMon, 03 Mar
Law & OrderPacific woman's death highlights intimate partner violence crisisA murder-suicide exposes critical gaps in the system meant to protect victims, with advocates calling for more culturally appropriate support services.Khalia StrongMon, 10 Feb
Summer • SāmoaBreaking the cycle of silence: Redefining Pacific masculinityPMN News journalist Vaimaila Leatinu'u details his journey from a hardened upbringing to embracing vulnerability, inspired by a legacy of love and hope for the next generation.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 20 Dec
Pacific Region • Fiji • Solomon Islands • Tonga'Most pervasive': UN report reveals increased violence against Pacific womenGender-based attacks are not only physical but include sexual, psychological, emotional, and economic abuse, according to new data.Christine RovoiTue, 10 Dec
Law & OrderNew law expected to help Pacific family violence victims A new bill will allow people to speed up divorce proceedings in cases of family violence, which a sociology professor says could be good for Pacific people.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 18 Oct
OpinionTonga taboo: Research explores cultural factors of intimate partner violenceNew research aims to understand Tongan experiences of intimate partner violence, along with calls for more targeted research on Pacific communities. Khalia StrongThu, 15 Aug
Pacific Region'Nothing about us without us': Pacific women gather for triennial conferenceWe can't discuss women without involving them in the discussions, says rights advocate and Pacific media executive Netani Rika.Christine RovoiTue, 23 Jul
