JUNELYN KELLY
The Solomon Islands Parenthood Association (SIPPA) marked a significant milestone on Friday last week establishing its first-ever Care Committee in Buni Community, Vona Vona Lagoon, Western Province.
The initiative is part of SIPPA’s Empower HER project, which aims to strengthen community-based efforts to prevent and respond to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).
A statement by SIPPA over the weekend said it’s team was joined by officials from the Family Support Centre and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force Noro Station during the formation of the committee.
The newly established committee comprises of 16 members selected by the community, ensuring inclusive representation of men, women, boys, and girls.
The statement said committee’s mandate includes raising awareness on SGBV, providing support to survivors, and facilitating community access to services through SAFENET pathways.
Meanwhile, another SIPPA team is currently working in Temotu Province, supporting seven communities. Both teams are expected to continue their work over the coming week, with a total of 16 communities to be supported across Western and Temotu provinces.
The Empower HER project is funded by Global Affairs Canada and implemented by Alinea International in partnership with SIPPA, the statement said.
The project aims to strengthen community awareness, enhance government accountability, and improve access to rights-based services across Kiribati, Solomon Islands, and Tonga.
Photo: SIPPA
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