Arifa, a determined mother from Fiji, is one of many women whose life has been transformed through community workshops run in partnership with BIRTH Fiji and supported by Mary MacKillop Today. These sessions equip women with practical skills, from managing household resources to understanding their rights, building the confidence and knowledge needed for a more secure, self-sufficient future.
Before the workshops, Arifa had never spoken openly about violence at home. Now, she knows where to turn for support, and she isn’t alone.
Arifa has also embraced positive parenting techniques, strengthening her bond with her children. Her story shows how, with the right support, women can build safer, stronger, more independent lives, for themselves and their families.
