Iumi Man Save Endim Vaelans | We Men Can End Violence
A short film on the role of men in ending violence against women and children, featuring prominent Solomon Island men representing a cross section of Solomon Islands society.
December marked the end of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence in the Solomon Islands and at the end of the campaign, Safenet Solomon Islands launched this short film.
The film was made by a group of young filmmakers, in collaboration with the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs and Dreamcast Theatre, and focuses on the role of men in ending violence against women and making our nation a safe place for all.
10 Things Jason Momoa Can't Live Without | GQ
There are a few things Jason Momoa can't live without when he travels.
From his chain wallet and guitar collection to his vinyl records and a Harley Davidson motorcycle, these are Jason's travel essentials.
Update: Toa Samoa & NRL legend Frank Pritchard now home after fighting for his life after Covid complications
UPDATE: Toa Samoa, Kiwis & NRL legend Frank Pritchard has returned home after being in a coma after reportedly being on life support on New Years Eve due to complications from Covid-19.
Prtichard posted on social media saying he was now recovering at home.
Channel Nine had reported Pritchard on life support with a collapsed lung among other health issues due to the virus and The Daily Telegraph had also reported Pritchard had been in the ICU at Liverpool Hospital and has had an ongoing problem with asthma issues.
General Manager of Football for the Canterbury Bulldogs, Phil "Gus" Gould confirmed the news tweeting his well wishes to Frank last night.
Canterbury Bulldogs fan page Bulldogs 4 Life also sent out a prayer request with details of a prayer meeting taking place this evening at 8pm Sydney time over zoom with his family.…more
Penei Sewell: NFL Draft Day
All-Access look into Penei Sewell's Draft Day experience as he shares his inspiring story from growing up in American Samoa to becoming the 7th overall pick to the Detroit Lions in the 2021 NFL Draft.
See exclusive footage the moment he receives the call that changes his family's life forever and witness the emotional moment he tells Detroit Lions coaches ... "You Won't Regret It!"
Sports Talk - Rugby legend Jerome Kaino: Mental health, family & life after rugby
"Growing up there was always that stigma that we didn't really talk about our feelings, we weren't as open and ...…more
Will Smith tries training with Miami Dolphins Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
Actor Will Smith tries training with Miami Dolphins Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (Samoan) and his Strength and Conditioning coach Dave Puloka (Tongan).
They start out with a bit of cermonial kava, before getting into some exercises and field work.
SHOP PASIFIKA - WHERE TO ORDER IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO DRESS TO IMPRESS THIS CHRISTMAS
By Taualofa Totu’a
DRESS TO IMPRESS
It’s Xmas Party Season! Whether it’s a chill BBQ at the park or a fancy restaurant work dinner, here are some cool options to help you end this hectic year of change with a colourful bang. Shop Panikeke’s latest vibrant Kollection with Panikeke’s Kloset or support local Moana designer’s with specially made clothing you’ll want to keep forever.
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DRESS TO IMPRESS WITH PANIKEKE’S LATEST
Who: Panikeke Kloset
For beautiful prints look no further than Panikeke’s brand new Kamata Kollection available now. Sizes are inclusive and there are a range of styles to choose from, so you’ll be able to dress your whole family for those Xmas pics. Perfect for summer, this small business also has the colourful dresses from their Lady Love Kollection still available and for you and your sistas. Check out all their collections and their accessories too for this year’s party season.
5 Pasifika Standouts of 2021
2021 was a big year for these five extraordinary nesians defying odds and exceeding expectations in various fields from Entertainment to STEM! Take a look at these Inspiring Islanders who made major moves in 2021...
1. Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa
In 2021 Fiamē Naomi Mata'afa became the leader of the Faʻatuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) party and won the Samoan General Election. She is now Samoa's first female Prime Minister and was listed in BBC's Top 100 Women of the year. The trailblazing Samoan politian had a big year and joins a small but strong group of female leaders around the world proving that women can play a pivitol role in global politics.
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2. Jerry Tuwai
This year was also the year of the Tokyo Summer Olypics. All our Pacific athletes who journeyed to Japan made us incredibly proud. In particular the Fijian champions who took home Olympic gold in rugby 7s had an epic pull on the collective heartstrings of Pacific people.…more
LIFESTYLE XMAS TREATS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES AND YOUR HOME
By Taualofa Totu'a
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BEAUTIFUL, SUSTAINABLE GIFTS MADE BY FIJI ARTISANS
Who: Rise Beyond The Reef
Rise Beyond The Reef is based in Fiji, a homegrown value and supply chain in partnership with rural remote women and their communities. In an effort to combat negative economic and environmental impacts, this movement aims to bridge the divide between remote communities, government and the private sector in the South Pacific, sustainably creating a better world for women and children.
They have a skillful Holiday Gift collection for the Xmas season which you can shop here. Read more about their movement, mission and (more importantly) show support by purchasing their beautiful products made by local Fiji artisans on their website here.
Follow their work on Instagram @rise_beyond_the_reef_fiji
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STUNNING MALU PATTERN GLASSWARE
Who: Under the Bird
Under the Bird provides buyers quality Pasifika goods and their glassware definitely won’t fail to impress your guests this Xmas.…more
Sports Talk - NRL & MMT star Andrew Fifita: His mental health journey & developing the CROO app
* Trigger warning: This video contains discussions about mental health issues & suicide. Viewer discretion and parental guidance is advised.
"I guess it's the side of me that no-one really sees - they just see the big, tough guy who goes out on the footy field and does his best work out there but making people aware of this (mental health/suicide), it's a massive problem for our Pasifika people, our maori, our indigenous ... it's an eye opener and for our people, it's what inspired me to do this app" - Andrew Fifita
We catch up with NRL & Tongan rugby league star Andrew Fifita who has co-founded & helped develop an app which he hopes can help break the stigma around mental health.
He shares why he's passionate about helping others through sharing his own mental health journey and how he was inspired to create the app.
CROO is a safe and secure app that monitors a person’s mental wellness and notifies trusted family and friends (their ‘croo’) when their ‘wellness signal’ appears vulnerable.…more