New project launched to empower youth not engaged in education, employment or training in Tonga
The Ministry of Internal Affairs Youth Development Division in the Kingdom of Tonga and the Pacific Community (SPC) launched a new three-year pilot project today to give 40 young people a second chance at education and training in Tonga.
The Kingdom of Tonga welcomes Polynesia Regional Office of the Pacific Community
The presence of SPC on the ground means we will have direct access to services and programmes offered to Polynesian member countries of SPC. For Tonga in particular this will help increase focus on some of our key priorities requiring the support of SPC…
Let’s build on 75 years of health progress in the Pacific to achieve a healthier future: Tonga Ministry of Health, SPC, WHO
These are just some of the many public health milestones that we should be proud of as people in the Pacific. These successes are a testament to what we can achieve if we all –leaders, health workers, volunteers, communities, partners and donors –…
Improving sustainable development outcomes for youth excluded from mainstream development in Tonga
The roll out of a pilot programme to give young people a second chance at education and training is a step closer after the Tonga Chamber of Commerce and Industries (TCCI) endorsed the Pacific Youth Engagement, Empowerment, and Economic Pathways (PYEEEP…
Tonga submits 4th Universal Periodic Review report
Interactive training that strengthens health leadership in the Pacific
Ocean Science Fact: Tropical Cyclones in Tonga
Tropical cyclone in Tonga: El Nino Southern Oscillation hasn’t had a significant impact on the intensity and frequency of the tropical cyclones in this region, but it has modified the location of the genesis of TCs.
Tonga was the spot of the genesis…
Stat of the week: In 2015, Tonga had the highest right to housing score (Core Standard) among the Pacific: 97%
In 2015, Tonga had the highest right to housing score (Core Standard) among the Pacific: 97%. This right is closely linked to the right to human dignity.
10th of December is the Human Rights Day.
Historically, adequate housing was recognized as part of…
Stat of the week: In Tonga, 19% of women (15-49) have suffered physical violence by their partner at least once in their lifetime (2019)
In Tonga, 19% of women (15-49) have suffered physical violence by their partner at least once in their lifetime (2019). This is one of the lowest reported rates in the Pacific.
25th of November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence…