GAP Summit for the Pacific and Small Island Nations Communique

The participants of the GAP Pacific and Small Island Nations Summit, convened online on 18 June 2021 to discuss a ‘blue recovery’ for the Pacific in the wake of COVID-19. We also considered the need for an environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework to underpin greater regional resilience, and worked towards a shared vision for the region’s future.

Reflections on the Pacific Connect Music Dialogue

"I see endless potential for this music to find new audiences and new opportunities to be heard – whether in its pure musical form or at the crossing of the arts – and make its own mark on a global scale." Olga Bodrova, GAP COO and Pacific Connect Community member, looks back on the recent Pacific Connect Music Dialogue.

Innovative new pilot project to assist cocoa farmers to access export markets launched

The Less Than a Container Load (LCL) Access to Markets project aims to revolutionise the export market by allowing local cocoa growers and consolidators to share the costs of freight and logistics.

Meet the team – our CEO

We often showcase our wonderful Community members, now it’s time to turn the spotlight on ourselves! Meet the team – Simone, our CEO

Collaborating on the future Pasifika digital music industry

Thirty-six creatives, entrepreneurs and industry experts came together for a half-day talanoa on 'fostering a sustainable Pacific music industry', the latest creative industries Dialogue for the talented and multi-faceted Pacific Connect Community. Music is unrivalled in its capacity to elicit powerful emotions, tell stories, preserve culture and unite listeners. Music continues to play an integral role in Pasifika societies and, with everyone carrying a portable device, the industry has never been more relevant.

What’s on for the Pacific Connect Community (July-August)

Pacific Connect has a very busy month underway, with plenty of professional development and networking activities coming up. Register for them here.

Talking aquaculture and fisheries in a Pacific Connect talanoa

The Pacific Connect Program continues to build opportunities for Pasifika emerging leaders, with a ‘Women in Aquaculture & Fisheries ’ Virtual Dialogue held on 9 June.

TIMELY INNOVATION TO AID AGRIBUSINESSES IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

A small Solomon Islands based project with the potential to be a game changer in the logistics and agribusiness sector has received a funding boost from the Australian Government.

“I lived on friends’ sofas for six months to bring my VR meditation app to life”

High performance expert Edwina Griffin reveals why VR mindfulness is the next big thing in workplace wellness, and what it took to bring her world-first meditation app to market.

Innovation in Pacific development

Pacific cultures are grounded in tradition and heartfelt values that enable us to be who we are.  It is our contribution to the world to promote our cultural ethics and utilise our values in a way that contributes to a progressive future for Oceania.