Women lead the way in building safer homes

Women are being encouraged to take the lead in building stronger, safer, and more resilient communities through Habitat for Humanity Fiji’s new initiative, the ‘She Fixes It’ campaign.

The programme, launched at the Diplomatic Court in Suva today, aims to train women in basic building and plumbing skills, enabling them to maintain and repair their own homes, especially in informal settlements most affected by poor infrastructure and climate change.

The Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran, and the permanent secretary for Housing, Manasa Lesuma officiated in the launch. Ms Kiran said the campaign was a powerful tribute to women who “fix it all,” from homes to hearts.

“This campaign shines a spotlight on women as leaders in making homes safe, resilient, and sustainable,” she said. “When women thrive, families are strengthened, communities prosper, and our nation moves forward together.”

She said “She Fixes It” supported Government’s Women’s Economic Empowerment National Action Plan 2025–2030, launched this week, which provided a roadmap to increase women’s participation in the economy through training, leadership, and access to finance. Ms Kiran praised Habitat for Humanity for transforming national policy into practical action that changes lives.

“By creating this programme, you’re not only teaching technical skills, but inspiring confidence, leadership, and independence in women,” she said. Ms Kiran highlighted the importance of volunteerism and community spirit.

called on the corporate sector and development partners to invest in the campaign because their support would help build a more resilient nation.

“Your investment in women is an investment in Fiji’s future,” she said.

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