Celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of Pacific women.
Recognize and show appreciation of the sacrifices and hard work of our dearest mothers. It’s her we turn to when needs arise. Thank you.
Enabling women to develop strong networks locally and nationally, taking advantage of our international connections.
Providing authentic leadership on women’s issues and building the capability of emerging women and girl leaders.
The CORE Pacific Collective, comprising renowned Pasifika leaders Jioji Ravulo, Seini Afeaki, Malaemie Fruean, Donina Va’a, and Maherau Arona, continues to lead a culturally centred, community-led initiative addressing health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic across Pacific communities in New South Wales.
In recognition of PWPBN’s Voyage to Leadership: Pasifika Young Women’s Symposium 2024, Charishma Kaliyanda MP delivered a community recognition statement in the NSW Parliament.
Membership Expression of Interest Form for our empowering community dedicated to fostering the growth and success of Pacific girls and women. By expressing your interest in joining us, you are taking a significant step toward becoming part of a movement that strives to create lasting positive change.
It is with heartfelt gratitude as we pause to reflect upon the extraordinary journey of the Pacific Women’s Professional Business Network (PWPBN) during 2022-2023. This year has undeniably showcased the transformative spirit and unbreakable unity that define our community,
The inaugural launch of the Young Pacific Women’s Collective in Sydney, NSW, brought together a diverse and dynamic group of young Pacific women for a vibrant discussion brunch.
The PWPBN’s constitution encapsulates its vision of fostering a thriving community of empowered professional and businesswomen, its mission to promote education, leadership, and networking, and its promise to advocate for and support the advancement of its members.
This submission emphasizes the importance of recognizing the unique challenges and contributions of Pacific women in the multicultural fabric of Australia.
The report highlights discussions and tasks from the June 17, 2023 Strategic Planning Meeting, focusing on empowering Pacific women in various Australian contexts.
Donina Va’a has worked as a community program manager, early childhood specialist, and a passionate advocate for including Pacific communities in decision-making.
Over 90 youth members from across the region gathered in Canberra for the inaugural 4‐day Pacific Australian Emerging Leaders’ Summit.
A new book launched in Western Sydney aims to improve the statistics by raising COVID-19 awareness among Pacific children.
The Women’s Economic Opportunities Review (WEOR) conducted by NSW Treasury aims to enhance women’s economic security and participation over the next 5-10 years.
Thanks for having me a part of this and I am so sorry I can’t join in person with you, I was really looking forward to being there today.
Australian universities are failing to attract Pasifika students to study on their campuses. It’s a missed opportunity when almost 40 per cent of the Australian population with Pacific Islander ancestry are aged 19 years and under, and 15,000 Pasifika people aged 15-24.
There are calls for Australia’s diverse Pasifika communities to ensure they take part in the 2021 census, after reports some Pacific Islanders are considered ‘statistically invisible’.
Pacific Greetings. First, I acknowledge the traditional custodians of the beautiful land we today call our home and pay
my deepest respect to the great leaders of the past, the present and today.
This summary is based on the strategic planning session held on 30 January 2021, as well as documents
from previous planning sessions including the SWOT analysis.
To reflect on the Strategic Planning Session and SWOTS held in 2020. To then develop a Strategic plan document for 1‐3 years with clear objectives, actions
and direction.
Pacific Greetings. First, I acknowledge the traditional custodians of the beautiful land we today call our home and pay
my deepest respect to the great leaders of the past, the present and today.
Pacific community leaders in Sydney are calling for more culturally appropriate services, saying many of their young people feel disenfranchised and lost trying to find help in Australia.
