The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre has delivered training to 176 Fiji Police Force recruits undertaking the Constable Qualifying Course, focusing on violence against women and girls, human rights, relevant legislation, and survivor-centred policing.

The two-hour session was led by FWCC Manager Legal Services Miliana Tarai and Counsellor Advocate Akisi Rokara, who guided discussions on gender issues, violence against women, human rights, and the importance of treating survivors with empathy, dignity, and respect.

Recruits were also introduced to the Fiji National Service Delivery Protocol for Responding to Cases of Gender-Based Violence, with emphasis placed on the need for government agencies and service providers to work together to ensure survivors receive timely support and access to essential services.

According to FWCC, participants actively engaged in the discussions, raising questions on issues affecting women and children in Fiji, as well as wider global human rights challenges and their relevance to protecting human rights locally.

The organisation says it values the opportunity to work with future police officers and looks forward to strengthening its partnership with the Fiji Police Force through continued training initiatives.

Established in 1984, the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre has been advocating against violence towards women as a human rights issue through public awareness campaigns, community education, and specialised training. Its work supports the objectives of Fiji’s National Action Plan to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls, with training programmes delivered across Fiji and the Pacific.