Story by Jonathan Kumar

The Fiji National Hub was launched in an ambitious attempt to safeguard Fiji’s coral reefs and ensure their vitality for generations to come.

The Hub provides scientific research and community insight to ensure that each policy makers are well informed.

The Permanent Secretary for Environment & Climate Change, Dr. Sivendra Michael says the Hub is a dynamic ecosystem for sharing knowledge, regarding coral reefs, with key stakeholders and community leaders.

He said, “the launch is a result of a collective commitment where science meets tradition and government agencies meet local communities.”

Country Director for the Wildlife Conservation Society say they are taking a community approach to ensure affected members of the community are involved in key discussions.

The Country Lead for Coral Reef Rescue Initiative, Carol Phua said, “the hub would serve as an advisory council to the Fijian government, allowing them to better protect the coral reef.”

Community representatives say they are grateful for the opportunity to voice their concerns on this platform and add the hub has provided them, and members of their community, with vital information on coral preservation.