We join one of the first women to qualify as a surf instructor in the Solomon Islands as she and her team use their passion for surfing to empower girls by challenging stereotypes about men and women.

“In the Pacific Islands, sports play an important role in shaping attitudes, values and behaviours that can promote gender equality and prevent violence against women and girls. UN Women is ...

The Progressive Party of the Cook Islands leader is encouraging women to step up and familiarise themselves with the political process, policy making and governance.