Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation

To support and promote equalizing opportunities for persons with disabilities through advocacy programs of an inclusive, barrier free society in Fiji.

[Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation @DisFiji]

HUMAN RIGHTS BASED APPROACH GUIDELINE ON DISABILITY INCLUSION IN COVID-19 RESPONSE

#LeavingNoOneBehind #DisabilityInclusiveCOVID19Messaging #TogetherWeCan #DisabilityFj

[EU in the Pacific 🇪🇺 @EUPasifika]

The European Union launches the Inclusive Climate Adaptation & Resilience Empowerment for Fiji (iCAREFiji) Project.
With @WaterPacific & CSO partners, this action advances:
💧 Climate-resilient WASH
🌱Climate-smart livelihoods
🤝Civil society leadership
♿Inclusive development

[Fiji NDRMO @FijiNDRMO]

📢 PUBLIC ADVISORY📍

⚠️Members of the public urged to remain vigilant

🚨Heavy Rain Alert in force for whole of Fiji

⚠️Localised flooding expected in flood-prone and low-lying areas

🚫 STAY AWAY from flooded rivers, roads, walkways or crossings

✅ Read more ⬇️

[The Fiji Times @fijitimes]

There was no consultation over new banknote design – United Blind Persons https://t.co/tZM7dFadXa #Fiji #FijiNews

[UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji @UNDP_Pacific]

From home visitations and consultations, @UNDP_Pacific and the @DisFiji held a consultation in Rotuma 🇫🇯 to hear from persons with disabilities and caregivers, to co-design inclusive solutions. An outcome document will guide authorities toward change, supported by @AusHCFJ

[The Fiji Times @fijitimes]

FDPF: Online abuse of youth leaders with disability ‘deeply concerning’ https://t.co/7T9Lwqv5Dz #Fiji #FijiNews

[Fiji NDRMO @FijiNDRMO]

🚨Ni da lako curuma tiko na vula i cagilaba vou oqo, e bibi meda vakavakarau vinaka❗️

📢Me da vakarautaka na noda I yaya ni leqa tubu koso❗️

@MRMDFiji | @UNICEFPacific | @FijiCouncil | @DisFiji | @FijiRedCross | @maitvfiji | @FBC_News | @fiji_force

[EU in the Pacific 🇪🇺 @EUPasifika]

A new project to help Fijian communities respond to impacts of climate change, achieve inclusive resilience & sustainable development was launched in Suva yesterday. The Inclusive Climate Action for Fiji Project is co-funded by the EU (90%) & Vodafone ATH Fiji Foundation.

[Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation @DisFiji]

It will be interesting to see what sort of retrofitting standards was followed in that process, it’s s unacceptable to learn that @FijiGovernment tend to overlook accessibility ♿️ even commissioning new EC facilities. #DisabilityInclusionMatters

[Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and DM @MRMDFiji]

Today marked a milestone in disaster preparedness for Nasawana Village, Bua as @MRMDFiji Min Hon. @sditoka commissioned their Evac Center Retrofitting Project,funded under Self-Help Prog.With upgraded safety features, it ensures a secure shelter for 200+ people during a disaster.

[Fiji NDRMO @FijiNDRMO]

🚨PUBLIC ADVISORY🚨

⚠️Residents in Galoa - Naboutini coastal communities along the Queens Highway in Serua, urged to move to higher grounds as more rain expected ⚠️

🚨High tide expected at 12:32 pm today

📞 @fiji_force on 917 or @NFAFiji on 910 for assistance

✅MORE INFO ⬇️

[CBM Australia @CBMAustralia]

How do you retain core knowledge and competencies in an environment of high job mobility? The AHP Phase III’s lessons provided an adaptive approach to training. Read more in our latest blog https://t.co/rMIgJiEdOG

[Fiji NDRMO @FijiNDRMO]

EVACUATION CENTRE LISTING 📍

✅EC Listing can be accessed on the Fiji NDMO website ➡️ https://t.co/WU6PsdonZ3

✅Scan the QR code ⬇️ to access EC Listing‼️

Members of the public are urged to be prepared to evacuate to higher ground if the need arises.MOVE WHILE IT
IS DAYLIGHT‼️

[Lavenia Rokovucago @LaRokovucago]

In the words of naita Naibili (Paralympian extraordinaire 💪🏾) “I am a person first but often feel that people see my disability before they see me as a person and what I am capable of”. ⬆️ access ➡️transport +sports facilities, awareness on PWDs :🔑messages from panel #Fiji

[Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation @DisFiji]

@UNDRR_AsiaPac @MRMDFiji @FijiNDMO @UNinFiji @FijiRedCross @UNDRR @WMO @ITU @IFRCAsiaPacific @UNDRR @FijiNDMO inclusion of Organization of Persons with Disabilities in Early warning System discussion is crucial as our lived experience will inform how can it be strengthen as it also validate it's effectiveness. #AllMeansALL

[Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation @DisFiji]

#DisabilityInclusion is crucial in the work of DRM, our DRR Coordinator @john_nasilasila & Ruci of @PDFSEC is in Levuka this week training key stakeholders & community reps on Disability Inclusive Disaster Preparedness, Response & Recovery #DisasterREADY

[Pacific Disability Forum @PDFSEC]

Fiji is in the midst of the 🌀 season from Nov. to April. We need to strengthen “the voice”, representation & participation of persons with disabilities in disaster risk reduction actions & in disaster preparedness. #disabilityinclusivepreparedness #PDFSEC

[Pacific Live tweets @spc_live]

#PacificPeoples | The @NCPDfiji is currently in the North for consultations with persons w/disabilities and govt stakeholders to gain feedback on draft National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2024 – 2033. Supported by #PROJECTGovernance funded by @usaidpacificisl @spc_cps

[Pacific Live tweets @spc_live]

#PacificPeoples | Opportunities for Employement, education access & disaster response were some of the key issues highlighted today by communities in Savusavu at the consultation by @NCPDfiji on draft national disability policy. Supported by @usaidpacificisl #PROJECTGovernance

[Pacific Live tweets @spc_live]

#PacificPeoples | Angie Braugbird shares her top priority area for the Fiji National Policy for Persons with Disabilities 2024-2033. @NCPDfiji continues consultations this week towards a robust national disability policy in Fiji. Supported by @usaidpacificisl #PROJECTGovernance

[Wall's World 🇺🇦🇬🇱🇨🇦🇩🇰 @itswallsworld]

Best wishes for a long and successful reign to TM The King and Queen of Denmark, and wishing a well-earned retirement to HM Queen Margrethe, who has served her country with great steadfastness and devotion for more than half a century. 🇩🇰 #Danmark

[Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation @DisFiji]

We’re excited to receive Ms Maureen Waqatabu our @RedRAustralia DRM Specialist who will be supporting our DRR program for 6 months. Welcome on board!

[Fiji Meteorological Service @FJMETservice]

@FJMETservice hosted its 6th National Climate Outlook Forum earlier this week in Suva.

This year’s forum focused on Agriculture with objectives to improve collaboration with the agriculture sectors and develop tailored seasonal forecast products.