Sports • Kiribati • Solomon Islands • Fiji • Papua New GuineaOceania football targets online abuse as Pacific females face world's highest violence ratesThe OFC has launched a campaign to protect women and girls from online abuse, saying digital attacks are adding to already high levels of violence in Pasifika communities.Christine RovoiTue, 25 Nov
Law & OrderPacific families urged to speak up: Protecting children from abuse amid challengesAs World Day for the Prevention of Violence and Abuse against Children highlights the pressures on Pacific families, experts call for whānau to address the threat of abuse at home.Khalia StrongThu, 20 Nov
Law & Order • Fiji • Aotearoa New Zealand‘Bring Luisa home’: Family’s plea after Fijian mother’s death in Auckland apartmentThirty-eight-year-old Luisa Qelenisenikau Mate was found unresponsive in the complex and her whānau has appealed for help to return her body to Fiji.Christine RovoiThu, 06 Nov
Law & Order • FijiMan charged with murder of Fijian transgender doctorDr Isireli Biumaitotoya's death has left a nation in mourning and his loved ones calling for justice and an end to hate-fuelled violence.Christine RovoiWed, 10 Sep
Pacific RegionPacific child abuse crisis demands urgent attention, experts warnSave the Children’s Anna Lazar says sexual abuse is underreported as stigma and shame prevent victims from seeking help.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 06 Aug
NewsHealing starts at home: Kainga Pasifika model challenges violent normsA Hawke’s Bay-based violence prevention programme continues to challenge violent norms mistaken for culture in Pacific families.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 27 Jun
Law & OrderCall for awareness on stalking and control in Pacific communitiesWith new laws treating stalking as a standalone offence, a family violence advocate urges education on the difference between love and control.Khalia StrongTue, 17 Jun
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
