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Issue 4 - 2011 Message from Executive Officer Warm greetings from the Leadership Secretariat. Another exciting year for Leadership Fiji as we kick started a new programme with 26 enthusiastic participants. This year, we have been so privileged to receive support from our sponsors as well as welcome new sponsors such as the British High Commission, Flour Mills of Fiji and Dominion Finance. The continuous financial as well as support in the forms of guest speakers from diverse backgrounds is an indication of how successful Leadership Fiji has been since its inception in 2002. As we celebrate our tenth year anniversary, we are thankful to our sponsors, guest speakers, Alumni graduates, family members and friends for their unwavering support. Michelle Reddy Leadership Fiji e-Newsletter 1 Leadership FIJI e-Newsletter President Launches 2011 Leadership Fiji This year, 26 participants were chosen out of large number of hopefuls to participate in the Leadership Fiji programme. As the President of Fiji, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau launched the programme at the Southern Cross Hotel, he shared Ann Marie Mcswain’s quote “leadership is about capacity, the capacity of leaders to listen and observe, to use their expertise as a starting point to encourage dialogue between all levels of decision making, to establish processes and transparency in decision making, to articulate their own values and visions clearly but not impose them. Leadership is about setting and not just reacting to agendas, identifying problems and initiating change that makes for substantive improvement rather than managing change.” Ratu Epeli Nailatikau was impressed by the strong emphasis placed in the Leadership Fiji program on community service and the fact that graduates are measured on actual delivery and not just talking about it. As Leadership Fiji celebrates its tenth year anniversary, with 205 graduates, who can be found in senior leadership positions across the public and private sector within Fiji as well as the Pacific Region, the President shared that leadership is one of the most critical issues that Fiji faces today. He reiterated that Fiji needs visionary, transformative leaders - that is - persons of integrity and patriotism who will respond to the challenges of change. “leadership is about capacity, the capacity of leaders to listen and observe, to use their expertise as a starting point to encourage dialogue between all levels of decision making, to establish processes and transparency in decision making, to articulate their own values and visions clearly but not impose them. Leadership is about setting and not just reacting to agendas, identifying problems and initiating change that makes for substantive improvement rather than managing change.” Ann Marie Mcswain Chairperson, William Parkinson paid tribute to those who have been instrumental in building Leadership Fiji to where it is today, in particular the founding Chairperson Daryl Tarte and Administrator Sufi Dean. To describe an accurate picture of how the programme works and its impact, Mr. Parkinson had this to say: “Take 26 enthusiastic committed individuals, mix in exposure to a wide range of experts and leaders, commit them to a vision of their country, provide the opportunity to think, question and argue protected by a closed program, force them to challenge themselves through community action ….add a touch of passion and plenty of emotion …. Then prepare to be amazed!” Maureen Nisha, Jodiann Smith Ali, Joseph Magnus & a guest Amelia Rigsby & Andrew Van Willies

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Issue 4 - 2011

Message from Executive OfficerWarm greetings from the Leadership Secretariat. Another exciting year for Leadership Fiji as we kick started a new programme with 26 enthusiastic participants. This year, we have been so privileged to receive support from our sponsors as well as welcome new sponsors such as the British High Commission, Flour Mills of Fiji and Dominion Finance.

The continuous financial as well as support in the forms of guest speakers from diverse backgrounds is an indication of how successful Leadership Fiji has been since its inception in 2002. As we celebrate our tenth year anniversary, we are thankful to our sponsors, guest speakers, Alumni graduates, family members and friends for their unwavering support.

Michelle Reddy

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President Launches 2011 Leadership Fiji This year, 26 participants were chosen out of large number of hopefuls to participate in the Leadership Fiji programme. As the President of Fiji, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau launched the programme at the Southern Cross Hotel, he shared Ann Marie Mcswain’s quote “leadership is about capacity, the capacity of leaders to listen and observe, to use their expertise as a starting point to encourage dialogue between all levels of decision making, to establish processes and transparency in decision making, to articulate their own values and visions clearly but not impose them. Leadership is about setting and not just reacting to agendas, identifying problems and initiating change that makes for substantive improvement rather than managing change.”

Ratu Epeli Nailatikau was impressed by the strong emphasis placed in the Leadership Fiji program on community service and the fact that graduates are measured on actual delivery and not just talking about it.

As Leadership Fiji celebrates its tenth year anniversary, with 205 graduates, who can be found in senior leadership positions across the public and private sector within Fiji as well as the Pacific Region, the President shared that leadership is one of the most critical issues that Fiji faces today. He reiterated that Fiji needs visionary, transformative leaders - that is - persons of integrity and patriotism who will respond to the challenges of change.

“leadership is about capacity, the capacity of leaders to listen and

observe, to use their expertise as a starting

point to encourage dialogue between all levels

of decision making, to establish processes and

transparency in decision making, to articulate their own values and

visions clearly but not impose them. Leadership is about setting and not just reacting to agendas, identifying problems and

initiating change that makes for substantive

improvement rather than managing change.”

Ann Marie Mcswain

Chairperson, William Parkinson paid tribute to those who have been instrumental in building Leadership Fiji to where it is today, in particular the founding Chairperson Daryl Tarte and Administrator Sufi Dean.

To describe an accurate picture of how the programme works and its impact, Mr. Parkinson had this to say: “Take 26 enthusiastic committed individuals, mix in exposure to a wide range of experts and leaders, commit them to a vision of their country, provide the opportunity to think, question and argue protected by a closed program, force them to challenge themselves through community action ….add a touch of passion and plenty of emotion …. Then prepare to be amazed!”

Maureen Nisha, Jodiann Smith Ali, Joseph Magnus & a guest

Amelia Rigsby & Andrew Van Willies

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Induction of 2009 Graduates as Fellows of Leadership FijiOne of the major components of the Leadership Fiji Programme is the emphasis on community projects. The programme which starts in March and ends in November, requires participants of the programme to undertake community projects. Once the participants graduate, the learning does not stop. In fact, to become a Fellow of Leadership Fiji, the participants are required to continue undertaking community projects as an individual or as a year group.

Ratu Epeli Nailatikau inducted 27 graduates of the 2009 Leadership Fiji programme as Fellows. The group had undertaken several projects from 2009 to 2010. The community projects…. CWMH, Lautoka Old Peoples Home, Samabula Old Peoples Home. The Fellows also focused on a clean-up drive and the installation of

NZHC Trade Commissioner during the official presentation

British & New Zealand High Commissions Support Leadership FijiLeadership Fiji received a boost of $30,000 from the British and New Zealand High Commissions for its 2011 Programme. New Zealand Trade Commissioner Peter Lund formally presented its sponsorship whilst congratulating the organisation on its achievements and commitment towards Fiji’s next generation of leaders. Last year, the New Zealand High Commission also financially supported Leadership Fiji.

British High Commissioner, Malcolm McLachlan who was the Chief Guest at the Leadership Fiji Inaugural Leadership Awards last year September, said he was pleased to be associated with the programme. Since 2002, the British High Commission has been involved in Leadership Fiji and has had representatives join the programme.

According to McLachlan, “Without leadership in community, we cannot rise to the societal aspirations we all share. Good leadership equals achievement.”

In addition, Leadership Fiji continues to receive sponsorship assistance from Communications Fiji Ltd, British American Tobacco, Bank of South Pacific, Williams and Gosling, The Fiji Times, Aliz Pacific, Quality Print, Unwired Fiji, Flour Mills of Fiji and Dominion Insurance.

“ Without leadership in community, we cannot rise to the

societal aspirations we all share. Good leadership equals

achievement.”

Malcolm McLachlan British High Commissioner

Elizabeth Maki, Stella Tiko, Jone Naiwaikula & Jese Tikomailepanoni

2009 Fellows of Leadership Fiji

British High Commissioner, Malcolm McLachlan & Chairperson William Parkinson

Ratu Epeli Nailatikau with 2009 Fellow Inductees

two hot water systems for the Male & Female bathrooms and the repainting of the kitchen at the Samabula Old People’s Home.

Book donations were made to several schools on Viti Levu (Tailevu, Nadroga and Suva) and an island primary school in Lomaiviti as well as the Naboro Prison Complex. The year group also assisted the Sujit Foundation, Dilkusha Girls School and the Samoa Tsunami Appeal.

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With guest speaker, Professor

Sudesh Mishra (top far left)

The first group bonding activity brought lots of laughter

The 2011 Leadership Fiji Programme began with an opening retreat at the Raintree Lodge on March 12-13. Besides the scenic view of the lake, the 26 participants took their first step in the quest of learning more about themselves as individuals and the challenges they face as future leaders.

It was also an opportunity for the participants to get to know each other. More importantly, the leaders learnt were challenged to “think critically” and “think outside the box.

With the help of the speakers, such as Daryl Tarte and William Parkinson, participants learnt the basics of writing “SMART GOALS” and dealing with conflict, positive self talk and that no question is ever STUPID.

After endless hours of debate, the group also came up with their vision for 2011 which is “FIJI – an innovative, transparent, sustainably wealthy nation committed to accountability, freedom and equality.”

This vision will be a guide for the participants when implementing community projects throughout the coming years.

Participants came away on Sunday afternoon well versed with the different types of personalities, attitudes and how

Speakers at this session included Professor Sudesh Mishra, Dr. Vijay Naidu and Mr. Sitiveni Rabuka. Professor Mishra touched on the birth and development of racial segregation during the pre-independence period whilst Dr. Naidu talked about racial politics post independence to 1987. Sitiveni Rabuka shared his personal experiences from the 1987 coup as well as his journey in asking for forgiveness. A site visit to the Fiji Museum was also a highlight of the session.

they can change and adapt themselves in the workplace and community.

Participants in the programme this year are representatives from Westpac Banking Corporation, ANZ and ANZ Pacific Operations, BSP Bank and BSP Life Insurance, British American Tobacco, Mobil Oil, TOTAL (Fiji) Limited, Sigatoka Builders Limited, Clay Energy, Holiday Inn Suva, Reserve Bank of Fiji, Williams & Gosling Limited, FRIEND, Motibhai Group of Companies, Asco Motors, KPMG, Mission for Solo-Empowerment West, WWF South Pacific & Fiji Country Programme, Eyesite Optometrist, Communications Fiji Limited and SCA Hygiene Australasia Limited.

An Overview of Fiji’s History

With William Parkinson during group bonding activities

First Step into the 2011 Programme

FIJI – an innovative, transparent,

sustainably wealthy nation committed to

accountability, freedom and equality.

2011 Leadership Fiji Programme Vision Statement

Outside the Fiji Museum

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With a vibrant mix of speakers ranging from the Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, Apisalome Tudreu, Lionel Gibson and Mrs. Suliana Siwatibau, the participants were thoroughly thrilled with the discussions as well as the information that was shared.

The Attorney General highlighted future plans as well as explained the reasons for the current government’s initiatives. Mr. Sayed- Khaiyum’s presentation was so engaging that he even joined the participants later in the afternoon to continue the discussions.

Apisalome Tudreu touched on the mechanics of an elected government as outlined in the 1997 constitution whilst Lionel Gibson and Mrs. Suliana Siwatibau talked about the pillars of governance and the importance of transparency within the government machinery.

Law and Order in FijiRichard Naidu gave the participants an introduction to law and order with specific reference to rule of law. Justice Anthony Gates then took the participants through a personal as well as professional journey of the role of the judiciary.

The participants also had the pleasure of meeting Peni Kunatuba who briefed the participants about the Yellow Ribbon Campaign. Later in the 2011 programme, the participants will have an opportunity to visit the Naboro Prisons Complex. Naeemah Khan from the Fiji Women’s Rights Movement shared the role of civil society in maintaining law and order.

June 8 Environment

June 22 Factors That Shape Fiji’s Economy

July 6 Media

July 29-30 Mid Year Retreat

Aug 10 Site Visits

Aug 23 Etiquette Dinner

Aug 24 Poverty & Social Welfare

Sep 7 Health

Sep 16-17 Alternative Agricultural Opportunities

Schedule of Leadership FIJI 2011 Events

2011 group with the Attorney General

Speaking about the People’s Charter

Lionel Gibson & Mrs. Suliana Siwatibau take a moment to look at their thank you gifts

Sowani Nabukavou, Maureen Nisha & Eleanoa.D

Snehal Morris & Tavite RagogoGovernment Machinery

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In 2000, a group of people in Suva decided it was necessary to establish a leadership development program in Fiji. They sought the help of Leadership Victoria and subsequently a designed program to suit the needs of Fiji. That program has now been running for 10 years.

In 2006, a group in PNG asked Leadership Fiji to help them establish a program in their country and Sufi Dean went to PNG to assist.

This year, a Samoan group, asked me to attend a two day workshop in Apia and support them develop a program suitable for Samoa.

We gathered at Aggie Grey’s Resort from 4th to 6th February. Those attending included the Vice Chancellor of the University of Samoa, who was Interim Chair, two CEO’s of Government Ministries, three finance managers of major organizations, CEO’s of the Provident Fund and Chamber of Commerce, the Parliamentary Counsel, the Program Coordinator of NZ Aid and a Sales and Marketing Manager. A really high profile group that consisted of 3 men and 8 women.

The facilitator was a partner in a legal firm in Apia.

On the first day I gave a presentation on how Leadership Fiji operated and drawing from our experience, tried to identify some of the do’s and don’ts. We then discussed issues such as the gaps in training and leadership in Samoa; target groups; the level and age of participants; whether to develop leadership skills or understanding of issues; funding and the duration of the proposed program.

The workshop carried out a very comprehensive SWOT analysis before deciding on a Vision, Mission and Values. The agreed vision is “To develop and enhance the quality of leaders who will be at the forefront of social and economic development of Samoa.” They were determined to design a program that harmonized with Samoan culture.

Their next tasks were to develop a long term strategic plan as well as a start up work plan and appoint a Board. I was very impressed at the thoroughness with which the group went about these difficult tasks. They worked in break out groups as well as under the guidance of the facilitator and I was able to feed in extensive information on the Leadership Fiji experience. They were very interested in the community work done by Leadership Fiji as well as the established and operations of the Alumni.

The workshop was funded by Aus Aid’s Pacific Leadership Program which is doing a great deal of useful leadership development work throughout the Pacific region. PLP may also assist in some start up funding. However, the group is determined to try and follow Leadership Fiji’s example of obtaining local sponsorship.

A Board has now been established. They plan to engage an Executive Officer and to start up in July. This year’s program will run for 6 months before commencing a year long program, like Leadership Fiji’s, in February 2012. I took the liberty of inviting representatives of their Board and the EO to visit Fiji and learn by attending some of our events.

This is a good example of how Fiji, PNG and Samoa have worked together to develop leadership programs in the region that are appropriate to their respective needs. I have been privileged to be part of this process.

Former Chairperson of Leadership Fiji

For more information on Leadership Samoa, please contact: Phaedra Moors, Executive Officer

[email protected].+685 7270809

Giving a helping hand to Leadership Samoa

Daryl Tarte (left front row) at the first planning meeting

Leadership Samoa Management Board

Daryl Tarte at the meeting

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LFA convenes Annual General Meeting Eight years on and now the 6th Annual General Meeting (AGM), President of the Alumni Inoke Bainimarama said his Board Members have (in their term) attempted to build on the initiatives set in place by previous teams.

Speaking at the AGM in March, Bainimarama said that what has brought the Alumni this far has been team work and commitment.

“We have been able to harness and strengthen the talents and capabilities of the Alumni,” he mentioned.

He said the initiatives over the last 12 months were clustered into 4 program areas (Website Development, Lunch & Learn, Support to Year Group Projects and Communications & Outreach) the major one being the inaugural Leadership Summit in September last year.

“We convened a total 15 meetings over the last 12 months, developed a log-frame of activities (during a half-day strategic retreat), implemented 3 Learning Initiatives, assisted the LF 2010 program and also provided on-going support to the Year-Group projects.”

“Much more needs to be done,” Bainimarama reported.

Included in his list of recommendations to the AGM were (a) the need to strengthen the LFA membership, (b) put a proper funding proposal and model in place, (c) leverage stronger partnerships, (d) avoid duplication of activities and (e) the need to provide a higher level of consistency and sustainability in all LFA initiatives.

“Since its inception, our work (through the year projects) has touched the areas of literacy, environment, special needs, fire safety, HIV/AIDS, mental health, education and community to name a few, however much more can and needs to be done.”

“For now, I take this opportunity to thank the Leadership Fiji Board and Secretariat for their support,” Bainimarama said.

“I’d like to make special mention of Michelle Reddy whose efforts to steer and support us has not passed un-noticed, the Alumni Sponsors, Supporters and Friends, the Alumni and of course my Board members for their commitment and energy during our term.

“I would also like to congratulate Daryl Tarte for his Induction as Honorary Fellow of the Leadership Fiji Alumni and Sharyne Fong for being awarded the most Outstanding Leadership Graduate last year,” Bainimarama concluded.

Working alongside Inoke last year were Vice Presidents Sharyne Fong and Cathy Wong, Treasurer Ravendran Achari, Secretary Margaret Logavatu and Executive Committee Members, Amelia Sawau, Vanessa Kilner, Praveen Maharaj, Sharvind Kumar, Romana Andrews, Aisake Mausio (and of recent Mele Marafono 2010 Year Group Rep) and Michelle Reddy (LF Secretariat).

Leadership in HIV & AIDS was about providing direction Addressing delegates of Leadership Fiji Alumni at the celebration of World Aids Day, United Nation as Resident Coordinator, Knut Ostby said that “Leadership in HIV & AIDS was about providing direction. It needs to be done in a way that enables and empowers rather than discounting and diminishing them. An essential element of this task is the creation of space for members of the community to be able to communicate effectively.”

He also challenged the members of the Leadership Fiji Alumni as they make up a powerful constituency. “You are knowledgeable, you are leaders and people listen to you. Somewhere in the lives you leas, there need to be time carved out to tell the world, tell your colleagues, your peers, you government and your community that we must continue to invest in God’s greatest creation: human beings. Make everyday your World AIDS Day because everyday, someone is newly infected, someone dies from the lack of treatment and someone faces stigma and discrimination”

Leadership Fiji Alumni President, Inoke Bainimarama said that “commemorating Worlds AIDS Day is an important reminder to people that HIV & AIDS has not gone away, and that there are many things still to be done.”

Meet the new LFA BoardNo major changes were seen at the helm of the Leadership Fiji Alumni Board after the recent election at the LFA Annual General Meeting in March this year.

Re-elected President Inoke Bainimarama (LF 2004) said that it was overwhelming to have the confidence of those present at the AGM however it was equally important to continue to deliver on the plans laid out last year and the recommendations submitted in the Presidents Report.

Assisting Inoke as Vice Presidents are Cathy Wong (LF 2008) and Praveen Maharaj (LF 2008), Margaret Logavatu (LF 2006) remains as the Board Secretary, Ravendran Achari (LF 2004) as Treasurer and Amelia Sawau (LF 2007), Aisake Mausio (LF 2009), Duri Buadromo (LF 2006) Mele Marafono (LF 2010), and Keshni Krishnan (LF 2007).

Michelle Reddy will continue to provide a stronger alignment and connection to the LF 2011 program.

Sharyne Fong, Vanessa Kilner and Romana Andrews have after the completion of their respective terms decided to step down from board duties this year.

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President Inoke Bainimarama Vice Presidents Cathy Wong & Praveen Maharaj Secretary Margaret Logavatu Treasurer Raven Achari Board Members Amelia Sawau, Aisake Mausio, Duri Buadromo Western Board Members Keshni Krishnan 2010 LF Member Mele Marafono

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President Inoke Bainimarama Vice Presidents Cathy Wong & Praveen Maharaj Secretary Margaret Logavatu Treasurer Raven Achari Board Members Amelia Sawau, Aisake Mausio, Duri Buadromo Western Board Members Keshni Krishnan

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CAL National Roll Out & Ba Graduation

A graduation ceremony for the successful completion of the CAL training program was held at the Conference Room, Koronubu House, Ba on Friday 19 November 2010. Friends of Hilton and fellows of Leadership FIJI 2005 Ms. Sharyne Fong, Ms Sarita Harish and National Golf Association of Fiji representatives were present at the graduation.

Ms Sharyne Fong as Chief Guest handed out certificates to the CAL participants. Mr. Metuisela Mua, District Officer and Chair of the Ba

Disability Committee and Mr. Ram Chandra, President & Manager Ba School for Special Education were also present.

Friends and families of the CAL participants were present as well as few staff members of the District office. Ms. Jill Maginnity, on behalf of The Spastic Center, Sydney handed out Certificates of Appreciation from to the Ministry of Health, Ba School for Special Education and the Fiji School of Medicine and Friends of Hilton for their generous support of the CAL Training in Fiji.

Front from left: Mr. Ram Chandra, (BSSE); Ms. Sharyne Fong (FOH), Mr. Metu-isela Mua (DO, Chair Disability Com. Ba), Ms Jill Maginnity (Trainer, TSC) Back: Co-trainers CRAs Iliseva Serevi & Kelera Drodro with Participants

In her speech, Sharyne shared with guests what Leadership FIJI and Friends of Hilton were, stressing that “the last five years has been about ensuring the sustainability and success of CAL through the commitment of everyone - of the donors, supporters, trainers and yourselves, the CAL participants…. And we are very proud that CAL has come this far, we are proud that CAL has touched and changed the lives of many, we are proud of you all.

Friends of Hilton believes that it is not only about raising funds but about creating awareness of children and adults with special abilities in our society. We believe in making a difference!

We all need to continue building effective partnerships in the community and advocate and promote the importance of disability awareness, ensuring inclusion and equal opportunities and change society’s attitude towards disabilities. We need to work towards a truly inclusive society.

In fact Friends of Hilton established a vision for our Group, our vision is to see that the disabled children of our beloved country receive proper attention, care and education to enable them reach their full potential and to achieve their own dreams and goals.

You can also help in achieving this vision and making a difference to those most in need.”

Mr. Metuisela Mua, District Officer and Chair of the Ba Disability Committee and Mr. Ram Chandra, President & Manager Ba School for Special Education both thanked the CAL graduates for their commitment and Friends of Hilton and Leadership FIJI for their support towards the communities in need.

CAL National Rollout

The main objective for the CAL national roll out was to have the 2008 CAL graduates solidify all that they had learnt in Module eight – Train the Trainer and create a volunteer group of Community Disability Workers (CDW’s) that would strengthen the existing links between people with a disability, the community and service providers. The training and fieldwork was supported by two Community Rehabilitation Assistants (CRA’s).

Out of the original 21 participants enrolled in module one, unfortunately only 10 returned to complete the last two modules and graduated.

The venue for the CAL national rollout was at the Ba School for Special Education. Participants officially attended the module from 18 October to 5 November 2010. This included 10 days of theory and five days running clinics and fieldwork where the facilitator and the CRA’s mentored participants in assessment skills and development of CAHD plans for each client.

From the 8 November to 24 November many participants volunteered to attend fieldwork visits with the facilitators.

Clinic and Fieldwork

Clinics were conducted at Ba School for Special Education and fieldwork took place in the district of Ba Town. Each clinic and home visit was completed by a CAL Facilitator or CRA and observed by a small group of participants. Discussions, feedback and planning were carried out following these visits with the CAL Facilitator and participants. At the completion of each client assessment, participants with support from facilitators developed a CAHD plan.

Results and Key Achievements

Ten CAL participants’ received certificates on graduation. Eight participants were awarded a full certificate in Community Disability Worker. Two participants were given partial certificates as they did not attend module one. Both Iliseva Serevi and Kelera Drodro received their final Train the Trainer Certificates.

Following the completion of the CAL national rollout, participants now have an increased awareness and knowledge of intellectual disability and social communication and their role as a CDW within their local communities. They have been able to meet and work with people with disabilities in their local communities and introduced to ways to help support them and their families.

Facilitators have seen a significant positive change in participants understanding of disability, their ability to problem solve and develop creative solutions to clients’ issues. Participants have shown their commitment to the program and people with disabilities through their enthusiasm and engagement with clients.

As a result of their continued commitment we have seen many participants initiate activities outside of the program to help people with disabilities in their community.

Links have been made between people with disabilities, the CAL program participants, local service providers and communities. Further collaborative links and ongoing relationships between these parties will enable the success of the CAL Program in Ba Town.

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Are you a graduate

of Leadership Fiji?

Want to catch up with your year group? Well join us for the

Second Annual Leadership Summit at The Naviti Resort on

24th September 2011. A day filled with inspirational speakers,

team building exercises and peer group learning sessions as

well as the Leadership FIJI Awards which recognises the Most

Outstanding Leadership FIJI Alumni Graduate and the Most

Outstanding Leadership FIJI Community Project!!

Tee off with the National Golf Association of Fiji and Friends of Hilton and change the future of children with disabilities! Funds raised benefit the Fiji Crippled Children Society’s Fiji wide needs. Join us for the premier event of Fiji’s social and golfing calendar and record appreciation for NGAF’s hosting of the 2011 Nomura Cup.

Tee time at 9:00am followed by a sumptuous late BBQ Lunch, Fiji’s Longest Drive Competition by BSP, Chipping Competition, raffles, auctions and prize-giving.

Prizes include: Return trip to Sydney for winning golf team to participate in the NSW Charity Golf Challenge in November 2011, best Asia Pacific dressed team, NTPs and many other attractive prizes. Fiji’s Longest Drive Competition and Chipping Competition have attractive prizes up for grabs! sPOnsOrsHiP deTAils ATTAcHed CALL +679 992 3191 OR +679 331 0738 It is our vision to see that children with disabilities in our beloved country receive proper attention, care and education to enable them to reach their full potential and to achieve their own dreams and goals.

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Asia Pacific Mixed Ambrose & Awards Luncheon, Saturday 23 July 2011 Denarau Golf & Racquet Club

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The first Learning Initiative for 2011 was held in conjunction with the LFA Annual AGM at the Fiji Club in Suva in March.Guest speaker for the evening, the Acting Australian High Commissioner, Ms. Judith Robinson shared her personal reflections as a female career diplomat.

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