Peace Corps Fiji

18/06/2026

A coastal village in Savusavu celebrated World Book Day by opening Fiji’s newest community library, made possible through the strong partnership between the village Women’s Group and Peace Corps Volunteer Christopher, who lives in the community.

What began as an idea in early 2025 has grown into a vibrant learning space led by the Women’s Group, with Christopher supporting the project from planning to completion and helping strengthen skills in leadership, project management, and long-term community ownership.

The opening drew strong support, including Minister for Education Hon Mr Aseli Radrodro, thirty-eight primary schoolchildren, ten secondary students, and students from Muanivatu Primary School and St Andrews Primary.

A heartfelt thank you to Baka Books and Fiji National University for their generous donations of books, furniture, and learning materials that helped transform the space into a warm, functional library that supports both literacy and digital learning.

Today, the library stands as a testament to what true partnership and community leadership can achieve. Together, the Women’s Group and Christopher have opened more than a library. They have opened doors to opportunity, confidence, and a brighter future.

15/06/2026

A decade ago, a powerful cyclone swept away the only hanging bridge in a village in the Bua Province, cutting off children from their safest route to school and farmers from the pathway they relied on to sell their crops and support their families.

The loss was devastating, but the community refused to give up. They came together, stayed persistent, and built strong relationships with local leaders, government teams, development partners, and Peace Corps Volunteer Christopher, who is based in the village and has been working closely with them every step of the way.

Now, a new bridge is rising because partnership made it possible. Every conversation, every shared plan, and every united effort helped turn hope into real progress.
This bridge is more than construction. It is a community reclaiming connection, safety, and opportunity for its future.

10/06/2026

Strong partnerships are bringing new energy to Nasaseru Pool, Savusavu

Youth leaders in Wailevu East teamed up with Peace Corps Volunteer Emily to rebuild their Wainidruki healing pool and revive a community-led visitor experience. Their teamwork has restored pathways, created new income opportunities, and strengthened a project rooted in culture and connection.

Read more here: https://fijisun.com.fj/news/tourism/nasaseru-pool-tourism-project-revived-through-community-effort?fbclid=IwY2xjawSWrQZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7O3YoxCgrnUhE7A7EV3Sw9SYGD5WK3ck3qjxhkXu_H8Mkn7RMVhKI_SHpOw_aem_wQiy-R5P-DOX3ipzOy1UWw

08/06/2026

We were honored to welcome Acting Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr. Luisa Cikamatana Rauto, to the Peace Corps Fiji office. During her courtesy visit, she met with our Country Director, Mr. Charles Enciso, and our medical team to discuss ways to strengthen support for our Peace Corps Volunteers.

The visit highlighted our shared commitment to partnership and collaboration, ensuring our Peace Corps Volunteers are well supported as they serve communities across Fiji. We look forward to continuing this important work together

07/06/2026

03/06/2026

Click to fund: https://www.peacecorps.gov/donate/projects/pp-26-411-003/

Imagine having to climb a hill every time you need to make a phone call.
For one rural village, this is daily life. Without reliable internet, families face constant challenges. Students cannot access online learning, emergency communication is uncertain, and even sending a simple message means a long walk in the heat or rain.

But together, we can change that. A local women’s group has created a powerful plan to install a solar powered Starlink internet system in a central community building. This will bring fast, dependable internet into the village for the very first time.

Here is what makes this project so impactful:
• The women’s group will manage the service as a small community business, overseeing operations, maintenance, finances, and awareness.
• More than 40 school aged children will finally have access to the online educational tools they need.
• Households will contribute about ten dollars per month, which is less than what many currently spend traveling out of the village to get connected.
• With over twenty households expected to join, monthly revenue will exceed the service cost, allowing for long term sustainability and future upgrades.
• Extra funds will support maintenance and strengthen the women’s group, building local leadership.

This project will transform communication, improve disaster preparedness, support education, and open new opportunities for economic development.
Your support will help bring this life changing service to the community.

Click the link above to help connect a village to the world.

02/06/2026

A day in the life of a Peace Corps Volunteer in Fiji can look a little different from what most people imagine.

Out in Cakaudrove in Vanua Levu, Peace Corps Volunteer Yerika has been getting her hands dusty alongside the village youth on their copra farm. From gathering coconuts to prepping them for drying, the team spirit is strong, and the momentum keeps building as everyone throws their energy into the work.

This hands-on effort is about learning together and strengthening community projects. It also helps the youth understand how their copra eventually makes its way to buyers like MaxValue, the supermarket. By knowing the full journey from farm to shelf, the community can make informed choices that support their livelihoods.

Vinaka vakalevu to the youth for leading the way. Yerika is right there with you every step of the journey.

26/05/2026

Peace Corps Volunteer Christian is back with another glimpse into life in Bua. This time he is sharing a fun home tour video with a twist.

Instead of using every room for himself, he has set aside an entire room in his house for the village women’s group. It is now their storage area for all the beekeeping equipment they received through funding from Friends of Fiji, after Christian and the women worked together to make the project possible.

Christian gives the tour in the Buan dialect. It is one of the toughest iTaukei dialects to learn, yet he has picked it up with confidence after only a year and a half in the village.

It is a lighthearted and meaningful look at partnership, language learning, and the everyday ways Volunteers support local initiatives.

19/05/2026

Life as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Fiji often means stepping into the unexpected, whether it is helping with the women's bee farm project, joining a community clean up, learning to weave mats, or in Matt and Christian’s case, suddenly becoming part of a Fijian men’s choir.

With almost no singing experience (unless you count that one year of high school choir for Matt), Matt and Christian’s jumped into rehearsals for a village competition. What started as casual kava session singing turned into hours of laughter, harmony, and everyone perfecting their roles. Matt said it felt just like being back on a team, with everyone working together toward one shared goal.

Getting to the competition was an adventure of its own. The village ‘lori’ (truck) broke down halfway there, which led to an unforgettable, very full, very cheerful bus ride. In true Fijian spirit, there was no frustration, only smiles, jokes, and good vibes all the way.

When the choir stepped on stage, the announcer highlighted the two Americans in the lineup, something you definitely do not see every day. Their performance was full of energy and pride and even brought a few audience members to tears.

And the results?
🥇 1st place in the youth category
🥈 2nd place in the men’s category

Two trophies, endless memories, and another ‘lori’ breakdown on the way home, but still plenty of laughter.

In the weeks after, the group was invited to sing in nearby villages and at kava sessions in his village. For Matt and Christian, it was more than just singing. It was connection. It was community. It was Fiji. They are incredibly grateful for the chance to learn, grow, and for how warmly the community invited them to join the choir.

Just another day in the life of a Peace Corps Volunteer in Fiji, where service meets culture, community, and moments you will never forget.

18/05/2026

Step inside the daily life of Peace Corps Volunteer Claudia as she gives us a home tour of her unique village house tucked under the church in Nadroga where she serves. You’ll see how she has adapted her space with creativity, including her clever use of drawers as steps to reach her high kitchen counter.