Pacific Island Nations are facing a crisis of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) - chronic diseases which are the result of a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental and behavioural facts. NCDs are the leading cause of mortality in the region, accounting for 75% of deaths. Unhealthy diets in particular have been recognized as a risk factor for high rates of obesity. Residents of the Pacific Island Nations have some of the highest rates of obesity in the world, with 92.9% and 80.7% of…
Country: Fiji
In one sentence, the floating Parliament Accounts Committee between Small Pacific Islands State creates a multi-national team of experts who simplifies budget processes while transparently saving resources. A cost-effective measure to share expertise, boost accountability and communicate openly about Governments’ budget processes while providing MPs with the best guidance possible.
Case Study
G2C (Government-to-Citizen): A Mobile Cross-Sectoral Public Service Delivery Model in Fiji
G2C (Government-to-Citizen), a cross-sectoral public service delivery innovation in Fiji, employs mobile units to deliver socio-economic and legal services to the vulnerable in remote areas. Fostering public agency interconnectedness, this innovation adopts a systemic approach, with efficiencies for citizens. A mobile app, the Start-to-Finish Service Delivery Tracker (S2F), is being developed.