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
OpinionAbuse Inquiry: Hopes for redress and intergenerational healingSāmoan academic Tamasailau Suaalii-Sauni hopes the Abuse In Care final report will shift societal attitudes and practices in addressing the harm suffered by children and young people.Khalia StrongMon, 22 Jul
Pacific RegionEvelyn Kunda’s fight against sorcery violenceAn exhibition in Porirua highlights the grim reality of violence towards women accused of witchcraft and a human activist's work with survivors.Michelle CurranSat, 06 Jul
