WOMEN in the Western Division have been encouraged to become more involved in the electoral process as the country prepares for the 2014 elections.
Opening a workshop in Lautoka yesterday, Commissioner Western Commander Joeli Cawaki highlighted the importance of women's participation in Fiji's road to democracy.
"Most women in the Western Division are generally not aware of the significance of their participation in the electoral process and to realise that they can contribute meaningfully towards the political development of our country," said Cdr Cawaki.
He said the United Nations Women's Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections (BRIDGE) project was an ideal vehicle to promote the development of women leaders.
Read more at The Fiji Times, published 11 September 2011.
WOMEN in the Western Division have been encouraged to become more involved in the electoral process as the country prepares for the 2014 elections.
Opening a workshop in Lautoka yesterday, Commissioner Western Commander Joeli Cawaki highlighted the importance of women's participation in Fiji's road to democracy.
"Most women in the Western Division are generally not aware of the significance of their participation in the electoral process and to realise that they can contribute meaningfully towards the political development of our country," said Cdr Cawaki.
He said the United Nations Women's Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections (BRIDGE) project was an ideal vehicle to promote the development of women leaders.
Read more at The Fiji Times, published 11 September 2011.