Keeping girls in school in Vanuatu

Florence is 17 years old, and she is determined that she will do things and go places. But for the last few years, there’s been something getting in her way: her period. “In school, when the boys know that we have our periods, they laugh or check our skirts when we get up from our […]

Three issues facing women (and how to fix them)

In March, representatives from CARE’s offices all over Asia and the Pacific gathered in Hanoi for six days to share ideas, experiences, challenges and successes of their gender equality programs to help others tackle these three major issues facing women and preventing communities from overcoming poverty: Women’s Economic Empowerment In many countries, it is traditional […]

Preparation saves lives when disaster strikes

Always be prepared. It’s an infamous quote that can quite literally save lives, when a disaster like an emergency or cyclone strikes.

Australia investing in women in Vanuatu

Australia’s Ambassador for Women and Girls, Natasha Stott Despoja (left), visits CARE’s programs in Vanuatu, where she announced an additional $1 million from the Australian Government would help promote gender equality and women’s leadership. CARE’s Country Director in Vanuatu, Megan Chisholm (centre), reflects on the visit: I met one of my role models this week […]

Helping girls stay in school in Vanuatu

On the island of Tanna, in Vanuatu, CARE has spoken with school girls about the challenges that keep them away from school. One reason may be a surprise: toilets! Not having a clean and private toilet is a major concern for girls, particularly when they are menstruating, during which time, many will stay at home […]

Supporting women. Defeating poverty.

Supporting women. Defeating poverty.

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