Amidst the aftermath of Cyclone Winston, Verevere youths embark on an urban journey to rebuild their coastal home, embracing environmental stewardship and resilience, while women preserve traditions and empower their communities
Tag: Fiji
Fiji commemorates World Seagrass Day
On a bright sunny day on 01 March waves gently roll onto the shore while youth volunteers of the World Wildlife for Nature (WWF) Pacific gather at My Suva Park in Nasese, Suva, Fiji Islands to celebrate World Seagrass Day. Dr Shalini Singh, Assistant Professor in Fisheries, College of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry at Fiji […]
Fiji celebrates World Seagrass Day: Urgent call for action to safeguard vital ocean ecosystems
World Seagrass Day celebrated in Fiji highlighted seagrass as ‘ocean lungs’ vital for biodiversity and climate change mitigation, with calls for Pacific nations to prioritise conservation efforts
Seagrass: the unsung champions of Pacific marine ecosystem
In the peaceful depths of the Pacific, Dr Shalini Singh unveils the vital role of seagrasses in marine ecosystems, urging for their conservation amidst mounting threats
Fiji and WFP sign agreement for Cyclone-affected households
Fiji partners with WFP to pioneer Anticipatory Action program to provide timely assistance and cash transfers to vulnerable populations ahead of forecasted tropical cyclones
Study reveals neighbours are factors to scaling Indigenous-led conservation
Research in Fiji shows that support from environmental organisations, local committees, and trust-building efforts are crucial in expanding Indigenous-led conservation, showing valuable insights for global conservation efforts amidst climate and biodiversity crises
Fiji President launches conservation of shark and ray santuary campaign in Dreketi, Macuata
Fiji launched the Conservation of Shark and Ray Sanctuary Campaign to protect endangered shark and ray species in the Dreketi River following a survey revealing the presence of critically endangered and vulnerable species in the area
Fiji’s Ministry of Environment and Conservation International secure $7.2M grant from GEF
Fiji secures a $7.2 million grant from the GEF to protect its land and marine environments and achieve conservation goals in its EEZ and biodiversity areas
Fiji formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies
Fiji becomes the first Pacific Island nation to formally accept the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, a significant step towards curbing harmful fishing subsidies
Digital Earth Pacific monitoring mangroves damage and recovery following Tropical Cyclone Winston
In 2016, Cyclone Winston devastated Fiji, affecting over half the population and causing substantial economic damage. The initiative Digital Earth Pacific seeks to offer essential remote tools for disaster response and recovery in the Pacific region