Category: Fiji
We would love to hear your thoughts on our future directions...!
January 24, 2023As a community we are entering a period of reflection, discernment and planning, as we here, at Mary MacKillop Today, craft our new Strategic Plan. We’d love you to tell us your thoughts!
Mereoni recently found her voice through new skills and knowledge...
September 8, 2022In Fiji, traditional community structures often do not provide women with the ability to play an active role in decision making. This is especially common in remote areas.
The importance of early education in Fiji
September 8, 2022In Fiji, people from remote islands often come to the city in search of work and end up living in informal ‘squatter’ settlements
Supporting women as community leaders - Peru & Fiji
September 9, 2021It’s important for women experiencing vulnerability to gain the confidence to realise their inherent value and vital role in uplifting their entire community.
Supporting Women's Leadership in Fiji
March 17, 2021Women in participating communities are invited to join a series of training workshops delivered in partnership with local government and non-government organisations.
Celebrating 10 years since the canonisation of Saint Mary MacKillop
September 1, 2020This year is the 10-year anniversary of the canonisation of Saint Mary of the Cross, Australia’s first Saint. At Mary MacKillop Today, we are reflecting on the qualities and actions that set Mary apart, and how her legacy continues to be relevant today. Mary MacKillop was an ordinary woman with an extraordinary dream and a […]
Aussie schools raise funds for Mobile Kindy in Fiji
September 1, 2020We asked schools all over Australia to hold fundraising activities during the month of August in celebration of Mary MacKillop’s Feast Day. We were thrilled to see so many school communities sign up to raise funds for the Mobile Kindy program in Fiji!
Why I decided to include Mary MacKillop Today in my Will
September 1, 2020Now aged in her eighties, Leonie shared how she came to support Mary MacKillop Today many years ago by witnessing the wonderful work of her sister, Joan, who is a Sister of St Joseph.
Keeping Mary MacKillop's spirit alive
May 27, 2020I have recently been appointed as the Chairperson of Mary MacKillop today and am keen to try and emulate the remarkable work undertaken by our former Chair…
Celebrating Angela, a volunteer making a world of difference!
May 20, 2020National Volunteers Week is a time to celebrate the millions of volunteers across Australia. We would like to shine a light on one of our own inspiring volunteers, Angela…
