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
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
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 • FijiFiji's HIV outbreak: A Pacific crisis requiring urgent collective actionFiji faces an escalating HIV outbreak amid rising methamphetamine use and needle-sharing concerns, the authorities warn.Christine RovoiTue, 18 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
PoliticsBoot the Bootcamp Bill: Militaristic approach to youth offending criticisedAdvocates warn military-style bootcamps proposed in the Oranga Tamariki Amendment Bill could worsen things for vulnerable children and young offenders.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 18 Dec
CommunityOPINION: Govt’s abuse apology an insult to survivorsKhalia Strong argues an apology without action is hollow, and should have been delayed until redress decisions were ready. Khalia StrongTue, 12 Nov
SportsRugby players have high risk of alcohol, gambling addictions, new study showsDr Phillip Borell, of Canterbury University, says the data reveals problems off the field.Sayeemulla ShariffThu, 12 Sep
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
