Media Release
A message from Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre Coordinator Shamima Ali on International Rural Women’s Day
October 14, 2020
As we mark International Rural Women’s Day tomorrow, I pay tribute to the sacrifices, dedication and hard work of rural women in the country. Rural women have been Fiji’s backbone, ensuring the sustainability of rural households and communities and improving rural livelihoods and wellbeing. In Fiji, the tireless efforts of
Understand the implications of your public statements, leaders urged
October 7, 2020
THE Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre has called on the Minister for Local Government to have some respect and be more considerate while making public statements on those living in the Public Rental Board flats. In recent media reports, Minister Premila Kumar said she has been informed that prostitution has surfaced
Challenge the stereotypes on breast cancer: Ali
October 5, 2020
We need to challenge the stereotypes surrounding breast cancer. That’s the message from Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre Coordinator Shamima Ali as the world marks breast cancer awareness month, commonly known as Pinktober. Ms Ali said there were a lot of stereotypes associated with breast cancer, with sexual stereotypes being the
Ali: What is the real motive?
September 30, 2020
Media Release 30/09/20 A proud University of the South Pacific alumni and human rights activist has questioned the real motive behind the government’s decision to suspend Fiji’s education grant to USP. Shamima Ali said the government should have consideration and compassion and think about the welfare and future of the
Press Release – 24/09/20
September 24, 2020
PATRIARCHY remains the biggest barrier to addressing violence against women and girls, says Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre Coordinator Shamima Ali.
For The Record with Shamima Ali
April 19, 2020
Watch the replay of the FBC TV - For The Record programme where FWCC Coordinator, Shamima talked about domestic violence during the COVID-19 pandemic.