Equality & Inclusion
The women weaving resilience
In Malaiu’s community hall, Maima is weaving a mat from pandanus leaves using techniques that have been passed down for generations. ‘This mat is woven one side first, then we join the mat and weave…
Read MoreLooking after land and livelihoods
From fruit trees and flowers to a marine area full of fish, the ecosystems around the village of Sunae have provided for its people for many years, as they have cared for it in return.…
Read MoreHandicraft preservation in Malaliu: case study
In the Climate Resilient Islands programme, communities reflect on local assets and risks in order to prioritise actions that will increase resilience by protecting local knowledge, local ecosystems and local income-generating activities. This case study…
Read MoreLandmark ceremony for Savo Island educators
In a historic event, 34 Village Community Educators (VCEs) from the villages of Pokilo, Panueli, and Sisiaka in Savo Volcanic Island graduated from the Family Farm Teams (FFT) program. Held in Pokilo, the ceremony was…
Read MoreThe community of Naliut in Papua New Guinea is embracing traditional knowledge and community spirit. Recently they hosted a workshop as part of the Climate Resilient Islands Indigenous Knowledge Leadership Programme (IKLP). This proved to…
Read MoreThe importance of women in strengthening agriculture
Communities in Vanuatu are often intimately connected with their land; its rich soils, lively forests and natural waterways all contribute significantly to people’s lives – including providing sources of food and livelihoods. These places are…
Read MoreWomen in the Solomon Islands are reshaping their futures and bettering the communities they live in. Live & Learn Solomon Islands recently conducted training for women in three different communities to help empower them with…
Read MoreWomen work together for safer farming
In December 2023, Live & Learn Papua New Guinea visited Katangan village. The community lives below a steep and rocky mountain range facing the coast. Due to the availability of land and soil quality people…
Read MoreManaging money the inclusive way
Managing finances in an inclusive way is an important part of strengthening relationships between men and women and helping families to achieve their dreams. Representatives of Mosquito community in East Honiara participated in three days…
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