Fiji Association of Women Graduates

 

The first monthly luncheon was held on 2 May at the Tiri Restaurant. Our speaker was the Executive Director of FWRM, Virisila Buadromo who gave a thought-provoking talk on the challenges facing Human Rights Defenders in the current militarization of Fiji politics. She reminded us that in these times of uncertainty, the media becomes the only vehicle for NGOs to voice their concerns. Any curtailment of media freedom is therefore of great concern as it effectively shuts out all avenues for the voices of NGOs to be heard.
 
FAWG’s response was to write to the media expressing its own concern re the current anti-media stance of the interim regime and to reflect the view of the FAWG Council that media freedom is our freedom.   The Advocacy Group is Mary Montu, Lily Vesikula and a Young Member to be designated by Ronna. Any volunteers welcome also.
 
Next luncheon:
FAWG luncheons will now be held on the fourth Thursday of every month starting on 24 July 2008.  The organising committee for this is Emily Hazelman (FAWG VP)  and Senimili Vukikomoala (Assistant Secretary).
Please contact Emily or Seni if you wish to be part of this group.

The latest update regarding this luncheon is it will now be held on 30 July 2008 where this redesigned FAWG website will also be launched. Hope to see you there! Click here for more information.

 


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