PROJECTS Archives

Every step matters in protecting children

by Sista | Oct 1, 2026 | Safeguarding MoJCS, News | 0

For a child who has experienced abuse, protection does not end when they find the courage to...

Wota i Toktok Exhibition

by Sista | Sep 4, 2026 | Water for Women, University of Technology Sydney, PROJECTS | 0

Sista, in partnership with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and the Water for Women Fund,...

Wota i Toktok Exhibition – Photos

by Sista | Sep 4, 2026 | Water for Women, University of Technology Sydney, PROJECTS | 0 |

THANK YOU to the talented team from JZ Photography for capturing all of these photos for us! Official Launch of Exhibition Artists and their Wota i Toktok pieces Amelia Lalim Lovo Amelia Lalim Lovo and Carole Réocreux William...

Mind & Bodi Tok Podcast

by Sista | Sep 4, 2026 | PROJECTS | 0

Self-care is something we hear about often, but how often do we actually stop and think about what...

Protect Vanuatu’s Children Before It’s Too Late

by Sista | Jul 28, 2026 | Safeguarding MoJCS, Sista i Shine | 0

Every day, Acting Senior Probation Officer Precilla Wells walks a difficult line between justice...

From Survival to Strength: Building Disaster Resilience Through Youth Education

by Sista | Jul 27, 2026 | PROJECTS | 0

Throughout June 2026, the Sista Program Support Officer and Advocacy and Communications...

Vanuatu Women’s Festival Working Group: Planning, Coordination, and Key Outcomes

by Sista | Jul 26, 2026 | National Feminist Forum, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Supported by the We Rise Coalition as part of its monthly activities, the Working Group of the...

Launch of the Earthquake Preparedness Booklet – From Survival to Strength

by Sista | Jul 23, 2026 | PROJECTS | 0

On 22 May 2026, Sista Vanuatu, in partnership with ProMedical Vanuatu, officially launched the...

Young Women’s Leadership Program Graduation – 2025

by Sista | Jul 23, 2026 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

On 19 September 2025, CARE in Vanuatu and Sista celebrated the graduation of the Yumi Wan Nomo –...

International Youth Day 2025: Intergenerational Dialogue on Positive Influence

by Sista | Jul 23, 2026 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu, International Women’s Day | 0

To celebrate International Youth Day 2025, Sista, with support from CARE in Vanuatu, hosted an...

Young Women’s Leadership Program Intergenerational dialogue 2025 – Feminist Movement in Vanuatu

by Sista | Jul 23, 2026 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

As part of the Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP), Sista and CARE in Vanuatu hosted an...

Young Men Intergenerational Dialogue 2025: Why Should Men Be Allies?

by Sista | Jul 23, 2026 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

Gender equality is everyone’s responsibility. To encourage young men to become active allies...

Young Women’s Leadership Program Intergenerational dialogue 2025 – The Importance of Supporting Women in Business

by Sista | Jul 22, 2026 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu, Uncategorized | 0

On 16 October 2025, CARE in Vanuatu and Sista hosted an Intergenerational Dialogue on “The...

Young Women’s leadership Program intergenerational Dialogue 2025 – Women in leadership

by Sista | Jul 22, 2026 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

On 17 April 2025, CARE in Vanuatu and Sista hosted an Intergenerational Dialogue on Women in...

Women in Media Vanuatu Meeting

by Sista | Jul 22, 2026 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

As part of Sista’s ongoing commitment to strengthening women’s leadership and representation in the media sector, Sista’s Communications Coordinator continues to play an active role in the Women in Media...

From a Classroom to the Frontlines of Child Protection

by Sista | Jul 16, 2026 | Safeguarding MoJCS, Sista i Shine | 0

“When I heard about child rights and the different forms of abuse, it brought me to tears. In that...

Strengthening Menstrual Health Awareness and Access in Vanuatu

by Sista Magazine | Jun 18, 2026 | Reemi, PROJECTS | 0

This year in May, Sista partnered with Reemi to create an online campaign focused on improving...

Sista’s Strategic Plan: 2025 – 2030

by Sista | Apr 29, 2026 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Sista has been using arts, media and communications to empower women and girls, raise awareness...

Building Stronger Movements through the Accelerator Hub – 2025

by Sista | Sep 10, 2025 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

From April to June 2025, Sista hosted the Accelerator Hub, a six-week program proudly supported by...

Yu Strong Mama, Yu Enaf – Single Mama’s Brunch

by Sista | Sep 4, 2025 | PROJECTS, FRIDA FUND | 0

On 14 May 2025, Sista hosted the Single Mama’s Brunch “Yu Strong Mama, Yu Enaf!” at Jill’s Café in...

Tugeta Yumi Wok Blong Stopem Seksual Harassment Long Wokples – 16 DoA

by Sista | Sep 3, 2025 | Sexual Harassment in the Workplace, PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu, 16 Days Of Activism | 0

From October to December 2024, Sista and alumni of the Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP)...

Menstrual Cup Survey Analysis – 2024

by Sista | Aug 20, 2024 | PROJECTS, Ambassade de France | 0

While access to reliable menstrual hygiene products is important for the well-being of...

Young Women’s Leadership Program Graduation – 2024

by Sista | Aug 13, 2024 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

On June 14th the young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP) concluded with a graduation ceremony at...

Debate, Dialogue and Movement Building in Vanuatu with We Rise Coalition

by Sista | Aug 13, 2024 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Sista is proud to have strengthened our partnership with the We Rise Coalition. This year our...

Sista and CARE International in Vanuatu – A partnership for change

by Sista | Aug 12, 2024 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

Sista and CARE International in Vanuatu have been working together since 2021, as long-term...

Collaborating to Strengthen Inclusive WASH with World Vision Vanuatu

by Sista | Jul 31, 2024 | World Vision Vanuatu, PROJECTS | 0

Sista has partnered with World Vision Vanuatu this year to help strengthen the current Inclusive...

Celebrating our Supporters: Mahuk

by Sista | Jul 31, 2024 | Mahuk, PROJECTS | 0

Since Stephanie Mahuk began supporting Sista in 2022, her generosity has made an impact in our...

Empowering Single Mothers with Global Giving and Island Reach

by Sista | Jul 31, 2024 | Island Reach, Global Giving, PROJECTS | 0

Sista is proud to share the impactful work accomplished through the support of Global Giving and...

Sista’s Achievements with FRIDA Fund Support

by Sista | Jul 31, 2024 | PROJECTS, FRIDA FUND | 0

A big thank you to FRIDA Fund by supporting Sista in empowering women and young girls and...

Promoting Menstrual Health Awareness with Ambassade de France

by Sista | Jul 31, 2024 | PROJECTS, Ambassade de France | 0

Sista would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the tremendous support we received from...

Episode 19 – Our Civic Duty Vote

by Sista | Jul 18, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction   Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast. We’ve...

Episode 20 – Sisterhood

by Sista | Jul 3, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Episode 22 – Holding Space for our Mama’s

by Sista | Jul 1, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast. We’ve...

Episode 21 – Information is Power

by Sista | Jun 28, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast. We’ve...

Episode 18 – Young Women Entering the workforce

by Sista | Jun 27, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction   Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast. We’ve...

Episode 17 (Part 2) – Supporting Mothers to be

by Sista | Jun 27, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Episode 17 (Part 1) – Supporting Mothers to be

by Sista | Jun 27, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Survey Findings: Single Mother’s Access to Essential Services

by Sista | Jun 26, 2024 | PROJECTS, FRIDA FUND | 0

SINGLE MOTHERS’ ACCESS TO ESSENTIAL SERVICES DURING PEACE TIME AND IDENTIFYING THEIR NEEDS DURING...

Titan FX actively supports female leadership in the workplace

by Sista | Jun 17, 2024 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu, News | 0

Titan FX, Vanuatu’s fintech leader, recently welcomed two interns sent by CARE and Sista to its...

‘I Nogat Ikskius’ Panel Discussion – 16 DoA

by Sista | Mar 21, 2024 | Mahuk, PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu, 16 Days Of Activism | 0

Thursday 7 December 2023 was an empowering half-day for the team at Sista, as we challenged the...

Nompi Aremai Cultural Initiative Project – Erromango Cultural Association

by Sista | Mar 21, 2024 | PROJECTS | 0

In February 2023, Sista collaborated with the Erromango Cultural Association (ECA) to help carry...

Strong Mama Nutrition Booklet

by Sista | Mar 21, 2024 | PROJECTS, FRIDA FUND | 0

The Strong Mama program started in 2021 and is implemented by Sista through the support of...

Stepping outside the Gender Box – 16DoA

by Sista | Mar 21, 2024 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu, 16 Days Of Activism | 0

On Tuesday 6th December 2022, Sista partnered with CARE in Vanuatu to facilitate a workshop with...

Sikmun Storian Booklet

by Sista | Mar 21, 2024 | PROJECTS, Ambassade de France, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

In 2023, Sista partnered with CARE’s Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP)...

Young Women’s Leadership Program Graduation – 2023

by Sista | Mar 11, 2024 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

On Wednesday 27 September 2023, the amazing participants who completed CARE in Vanuatu Young...

Episode 16 – Teenage Pregnancy

by Sista | Mar 11, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast. We’ve...

Episode 13 – Menopause

by Sista | Jan 30, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Episode 15 – Economic Empowerment

by Sista | Jan 30, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Episode 14 – Reclaiming our Culture

by Sista | Jan 30, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Episode 12 – It takes two to tango: Holding men accountable

by Sista | Jan 30, 2024 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome to the RoundTable Podcast....

Young Leaders Workshop

by Sista | Jan 18, 2024 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

On Friday 4 August 2023, Sista through the We Rise Coalition, supported @melanesian_women_today in...

Stanap Strong Website – A resource hub of Gender-based Violence resources

by Sista | Nov 24, 2023 | PROJECTS, Spotlight Initiative, News | 0

Sista and Human Capacity Development International (HCDI) officially introduced the new and...

Young Women’s Leadership Program Mentorship Session – 2023

by Sista | Nov 3, 2023 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

On Friday 22 September 2023, we held the Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP) Mentorship...

Nation Builders: Celebrating Women in Private Sector – Photos of Official Launch

by Sista | Oct 19, 2023 | PROJECTS, Balance of Power | 0

On Thursday 12th October 2023, Balance of Power in partnership with the Department of...

Nation builders book and photo exhibition launch

by Sista | Oct 17, 2023 | PROJECTS, Balance of Power | 0

A book called ‘Nation Builders: Celebrating Women in Private Sector’ in Vanuatu was...

Credo de la Sororité Mélanésienne

by Sista | Sep 6, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Le Dr Mere Sovick, de Melanesian Women Today, et la merveilleuse Anna Naupa, ont animé...

Melanesian Sisterhood Creed

by Sista | Aug 3, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Dr Mere Sovick from Melanesian Women Today, and the wonderful Anna Naupa, facilitated the...

Melanesian Sisterhood Creed Workshop

by Sista | Aug 3, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

On Friday 28 July 2023, Sista through the We Rise Coalition supported Melanesian Women Today (MWT)...

Episode 11 – Perception of Rape and Victim Blaming

by Sista Webmaster | Jul 11, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

RoundTable Podcast – Transcription Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome...

Episode 10 – Safe Transportation

by Sista Webmaster | Jul 11, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

RoundTable Podcast – Transcription Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome...

Episode 9 – Dress Codes according to Societal Standards

by Sista Webmaster | Jul 11, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

RoundTable Podcast – Transcription Introduction Elsie: Halo olgeta, I’m Elsie, welcome...

Episode 8 – Young Women in Leadership

by Sista Webmaster | Jul 11, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Introduction J: Halo olgeta, nem blong mi Jarah. Welkam long RoundTable Podcast. We created this...

Women Hold Up Half the Sky – Film

by Sista | Jul 6, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Sista in partnership with HCDI and the We Rise Coalition, are glad to finally release the Women...

Haus Storian Adds Melanesian Literature to MACFEST

by Sista | Jul 6, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition, News | 0 |

As the Melanesian Arts and Culture Festival (MACFEST) inches closer, an exciting, first ever...

Haus Storian Schedule of Events As of 3 July 2023

by Sista | Jul 5, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0 |

As the Melanesian Arts and Culture Festival (MACFEST) inches closer, an exciting, first ever...

Internship Placements – Young Women’s Leadership Program

by Sista | Jul 4, 2023 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

CARE has been implementing its fifth cycle of the Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP)...

Join the Melanesian Women’s Creed Writer’s Workshop!

by Sista | Jul 4, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Join the Melanesian Women’s Creed Writer’s Workshop! Discover the power of...

Inspiring Gender Equality in Vanuatu

by Sista | Jun 16, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Sista and Human Capacity Development International (HCDI) jointly launched their new...

Press Release – Launch of ‘Women Hold Up Half the Sky’ documentary

by Sista | Jun 8, 2023 | PROJECTS | 0

On Friday, June 2nd 2023 Sista and HCDI launched their new documentary Women Hold Up Half...

Women Hold Up Half The Sky – Official Launch

by Sista | Jun 8, 2023 | PROJECTS | 0

Last Friday 2nd June 2023, Sista in partnership with HCDI and the We Rise Coalition,...

Episode 7 – Women in Non-Traditional roles

by Sista | May 29, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

RoundTable Podcast – Transcription Ruthy Alick Introduction J: Halo olgeta, nem blong mi...

Episode 6 – Menstrual Health Management and Menstrual Cups

by Sista | May 29, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Intro: JARA – Halo olgeta nem blong mi Jara, Welkam long Raon Tebol Podkas, we...

Episode 5 – Empowerment through Entrepreneurship

by Sista | May 29, 2023 | PACMAS, The Round Table, PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

Hey there, I am Sharon and I’m Umi and welcome to the Round Table. This is a space dedicated to...

Empowering Future Female Leaders

by Sista | May 23, 2023 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

The fifth cycle of CARE’s Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP) in Vanuatu began this week in...

Nation Builders II: Celebrating Women in the Private Sector – Call Out

by Sista | Apr 5, 2023 | PROJECTS, Balance of Power | 0

In 2020, The Vanuatu Public Service Commission and the Department of Women’s Affairs, held an...

We Rise Coalition 3 Annual Planning Retreat – Photos

by Sista | Feb 28, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition | 0

On 20 – 24 February 2023, the Executive Director and Communications & Advocacy...

Vanuatu Civil Society Consultation in preparation for the 14th Triennial Conference on Pacific Women Meeting Report and Outcomes

by Sista | Jan 10, 2023 | PROJECTS, We Rise Coalition, CARE in Vanuatu, The Triennial Conference of Pacific Women | 0

The 14th Triennial Conference of Pacific Women and the 7th Meeting of Pacific Ministers for Women...

Women in media forum – Outcome Statement

by Sista | Dec 15, 2022 | PACMAS, PROJECTS | 0

On Wednesday 9th November, 17 female media practitioners came together to attend a forum...

How committed is Vanuatu to safeguarding human rights without a Ministry of Justice and Community Services?

by Sista | Sep 21, 2022 | Safeguarding MoJCS, PROJECTS, Opinion | 0

How committed is Vanuatu to safeguarding human rights without a Ministry of Justice and Community...

The termination of Vanuatu’s longest serving senior female public servant

by Sista | Aug 19, 2022 | Safeguarding MoJCS, PROJECTS, Opinion | 0

The termination of Vanuatu’s longest serving senior female public servant Since late 2021, local...

Graduation of Young Women’s Leadership Program – 2022

by Sista | Aug 18, 2022 | PROJECTS, CARE in Vanuatu | 0

This program is supported by the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs...

Call to encourage public dialogue and promote transparency in government decision-making

by Sista | Aug 15, 2022 | Safeguarding MoJCS, PROJECTS, Opinion | 0

Having just celebrated its 42nd year of independence, Vanuatu is still developing, socially, economically and politically. Like many other countries in the world, it continues to struggle with the true meaning of democracy,...