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In a commentary released by the University of Auckland, Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga said the Pacific offers solutions, not only stories of vulnerability, as leaders meet in Fiji for pre-COP31 talks on climate and health.
在奥克兰大学发布的一篇评论中,科林·图库伊通加爵士(Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga)表示,太平洋提供了解决方案,而不仅仅是脆弱性的故事,因为各国领导人在斐济举行COP31前的气候与健康会议。
BY TONY IROGA The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) has submitted its official Provider Registration Application documents to the Solomon Islands Tertiary Education and Skills Authority (SITESA). The university submitted the paperwork on Friday, October 2, following a detailed preparation process led by SINU’s Standards and Quality Office with support from faculty heads and support divisions. In a press statement released yesterday, SINU highlighted that the submission marks a major milestone in strengthening its governance, financial systems, and academic quality through external assessment. Vice-Chancellor Professor Transform Aqorau praised staff for their hard work in preparing the application, while noting that the evaluation process is just beginning. “While the submission represents a significant achievement, the assessment and decision by SITESA are still to come,” Professor Aqorau said. “SINU remains prepared to respond to any questions, provide additional evidence, and address matters that may be identified during the assessment process.” He added that the registration process will build a lasting culture of quality across the institution. “The policies, records, and procedures prepared for the application are expected to contribute to a continuing culture of quality assurance across the University and to support evidence-based decision-making,” he said. The university confirmed that this registration step lays the groundwork for future programme accreditation, improved student support services, and ongoing staff development. [SINU VC Dr. Transform Aqorau presented the Registration file to SITESA rep at SITESA office. Photo: SINU]
作者:托尼·伊罗加 所罗门国立大学(SINU)已向所罗门群岛高等教育与技能管理局(SITESA)提交了官方的提供者注册申请文件。 该大学于10月2日星期五提交了相关文件,此次提交是在SINU的标准与质量办公室的领导下,结合各学院院长和支持部门的协助,经过详细准备过程后完成的。 在昨天发布的新闻声明中,SINU强调,此次提交标志着通过外部评估加强其治理、财务系统和学术质量的重要里程碑。 副校长变革·阿科劳教授赞扬了员工在准备申请过程中的辛勤工作,同时指出评估过程才刚刚开始。 阿科劳教授表示:“虽然此次提交代表了一个重要成就,但SITESA的评估和决定仍在后续进行。”他补充道:“SINU随时准备回应任何问题,提供额外证据,并解决评估过程中可能发现的问题。” 他还表示,注册过程将为整个机构建立持久的质量文化。 “为申请准备的政策、记录和程序预计将有助于在大学内持续建立质量保证文化,并支持基于证据的决策。”他说。 该大学确认,此次注册步骤为未来的项目认证、改善学生支持服务和持续的员工发展奠定了基础。 [所罗门国立大学副校长变革·阿科劳在SITESA办公室向SITESA代表提交注册文件。照片:SINU]
BY CHARLES STENNETT Two Solomon Islands National University, SINU, staff have gained knowledge and understanding of effective governance, institutional accountability, risk management, digital governance, human capital development and organizational performance after attending a ten-day training in China last month.A statement from the University said that Elizabeth Adifaka and Maureen Qaqara represented the institution at the training held from September 15 to the 24. It said the training covered areas in effective governance, institutional accountability, risk management, digital governance, human capital development and organizational performance. They also covered areas in strengthening institutional policies and structures, improving risk management and internal controls, linking strategic planning with operational implementation, and promoting responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. The statement said the programme also highlighted the importance of education, skills development and human capital in supporting institutional and national development. The knowledge and insights gained will contribute to ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and institutional effectiveness at SINU. SINU acknowledges and appreciates the People’s Republic of China for providing this valuable opportunity for professional development, knowledge exchange and capacity building. [A group photo of participants and individuals Elizabeth Adifaka and Maureen Qaqara. Photo Credit: SINU]
作者:查尔斯·斯特内特 两名所罗门国立大学(SINU)员工在上个月参加了为期十天的中国培训后,获得了有效治理、机构问责、风险管理、数字治理、人力资本发展和组织绩效的知识和理解。大学的声明中提到,伊丽莎白·阿迪法卡(Elizabeth Adifaka)和莫琳·卡卡拉(Maureen Qaqara)代表该机构参加了9月15日至24日举行的培训。 声明指出,培训涵盖了有效治理、机构问责、风险管理、数字治理、人力资本发展和组织绩效等领域。 他们还涉及了加强机构政策和结构、改善风险管理和内部控制、将战略规划与操作实施相结合,以及促进负责任地使用新兴技术(包括人工智能)的领域。 声明表示,该项目还强调了教育、技能发展和人力资本在支持机构和国家发展中的重要性。 所获得的知识和见解将有助于加强SINU的治理和机构效能的持续努力。 SINU对中华人民共和国提供这一宝贵的专业发展、知识交流和能力建设机会表示感谢。
BY BEN BILUA Gizo A shipload of recovery materials has left Honiara for Simbo Island to support communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila. Western Province Premier Billy Veo said the barge has already departed Honiara and is expected to arrive in Simbo at any time. Veo applauded the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for fast-tracking the recovery effort and supporting the delivery of materials to Simbo. He said the materials will help communities rebuild their homes and recover from the destruction caused by the cyclone. “This will help build new houses, repair houses and support our communities to rebuild,” Veo said. He said the arrival of the materials marked an important step in the recovery process for Simbo communities. He acknowledged the support provided through the recovery effort and stressed the importance of getting assistance directly to affected communities. In an interview with the media earlier this year, Veo said the agreement was reached after IOM officials approached his office last week to discuss recovery support for homes damaged by the cyclone. He said a total of 289 houses have been identified for assistance under three categories — completely damaged, major damage and minor damage. “Fifty-six houses were listed under completely damaged houses, 100-plus houses were listed as major damage and another 100-plus house were listed under minor damaged houses,” Veo said. He said IOM will provide building materials and financial assistance of SBD4,200 for each completely damaged house and major-damage housing project, while households classified as having minor damage will receive materials and SBD2,400. Veo said the cash donation is to hire volunteer carpenters to build two bed-room standard houses for completely damaged houses, repair for major damage and minor damaged houses. He said IOM personnel had spent more than a month on Simbo carrying out assessments to determine the scale of damage and develop an appropriate recovery plan. “They spent one month in Simbo doing the assessment and this recovery effort is part of the assessment,” Veo said. He said the assistance will not be limited to households, IOM also expected to support churches, schools and clinics that sustained damage during Cyclone Maila. Veo said the provincial government is also working tirelessly to secure similar recovery support for affected communities in Ranongga, Vella La Vella, Rendova and the Shortland Islands. He described the Simbo agreement as an important first step in the province’s wider recovery efforts. Veo said the initiative demonstrated that the provincial government is commitment to supporting people affected by the cyclone. “This is a first step, demonstrating that the Western Provincial Government is serious about its people who fell victim to Cyclone Maila,” he said. Simbo was among the islands in Western Province badly affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila, with hundreds of houses damaged or destroyed. The delivery of recovery materials is expected to support ongoing efforts by communities to rebuild homes and restore their livelihoods following the disaster. [Western Province Premier Billy Veo: File Photo]
作者:本·比卢亚 基佐 一船恢复物资已从霍尼亚拉出发,前往辛博岛,以支持受到热带气旋梅拉影响的社区。 西部省省长比利·维奥表示,驳船已经离开霍尼亚拉,预计随时将抵达辛博。 维奥赞扬国际海事组织(IMO)加快恢复工作,并支持物资运送到辛博。 他说,这些物资将帮助社区重建家园,恢复因气旋造成的破坏。 “这将帮助建造新房屋,修复房屋,并支持我们的社区重建,”维奥说。 他说,物资的到达标志着辛博社区恢复过程中的一个重要步骤。 他承认在恢复工作中提供的支持,并强调直接将援助送达受影响社区的重要性。 在今年早些时候接受媒体采访时,维奥表示,协议是在国际移民组织(IOM)官员上周接洽他的办公室,讨论对气旋损坏房屋的恢复支持后达成的。 他说,共识已确定289栋房屋需要援助,分为三类——完全损坏、重大损坏和轻微损坏。 “56栋房屋被列为完全损坏,100多栋房屋被列为重大损坏,另有100多栋房屋被列为轻微损坏,”维奥说。 他说,IOM将提供建筑材料和每栋完全损坏房屋及重大损坏住房项目的财务援助4200所罗门元,而被分类为轻微损坏的家庭将获得材料和2400所罗门元。 维奥表示,现金捐款用于雇佣志愿木匠为完全损坏的房屋建造两间卧室的标准房屋,修复重大和轻微损坏的房屋。 他说,IOM人员在辛博花费了一个多月的时间进行评估,以确定损坏程度并制定适当的恢复计划。 “他们在辛博进行了一个月的评估,这次恢复工作是评估的一部分,”维奥说。 他说,援助不仅限于家庭,IOM还预计支持在气旋梅拉期间遭受损坏的教堂、学校和诊所。 维奥表示,省政府也在不懈努力,为兰农加、维拉拉维拉、伦多瓦和肖特兰群岛的受影响社区争取类似的恢复支持。 他将辛博协议描述为省更广泛恢复努力的重要第一步。 维奥表示,该倡议表明省政府致力于支持受气旋影响的人们。 “这是第一步,表明西部省政府对受气旋梅拉影响的人民是认真的,”他说。 辛博是西部省中受到热带气旋梅拉严重影响的岛屿之一,数百栋房屋受损或被毁。 恢复物资的交付预计将支持社区在灾后重建家园和恢复生计的持续努力。 [西部省省长比利·维奥:档案照片]
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU Prime Minister Matthew Wale confirmed that the government’s flagship Universal Free Education Policy is fully on track to be launch early next year. Speaking to local journalists at a press conference last week, the Prime Minister expressed high confidence in the plan, revealing that the Ministry of Education is now “very close to being well prepared” to handle the nationwide rollout. The Prime Minister shared his positive impressions from a recent briefing with the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD). He noted that officials have successfully worked through the complex planning and logistical steps needed for the program. “It was a pleasant feeling this morning in the meeting. They have informed me about a number of things, and the costings are, I think, close to being accurate to enter into the budget cycle,” Wale said. He said with the figures finalized; the government is officially incorporating the policy costs into the upcoming national budget. “So, in terms of the budget process, we are in that situation now. We have the funds to be able to roll out from January. So free education will roll out,” Wale said. Wale also said plans to call Parliament this December to pass the next annual budget and table important constitutional amendment. He adds that a major centrepiece of the upcoming December budget will be the government’s free education initiative. According to the Prime Minister, the policy is now fully ready to be formally integrated into the national budget. [Photo: PM Wale speaking to local media during a press conference last week: Photo John Houanihau]
作者:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌 总理马修·瓦尔确认,政府的旗舰普及免费教育政策已完全准备好,预计将在明年初推出。 在上周的新闻发布会上,总理对该计划表示高度信心,透露教育部现在“非常接近于做好全国推广的准备”。 总理分享了他在与教育和人力资源发展部(MEHRD)最近的简报中的积极印象。 他指出,官员们成功地完成了该计划所需的复杂规划和后勤步骤。 “今天早上的会议让我感到愉快。他们向我通报了一些事情,成本估算,我认为,接近于准确,可以进入预算周期,”瓦尔说。 他说,随着数字的最终确定,政府正在正式将政策成本纳入即将到来的国家预算中。 “因此,在预算过程中,我们现在处于这种情况。我们有资金可以从一月开始推出。所以免费教育将会推出,”瓦尔说。 瓦尔还表示,计划在今年12月召集国会通过下一年度预算,并提交重要的宪法修正案。 他补充说,12月即将到来的预算的一个主要中心将是政府的免费教育倡议。 根据总理的说法,该政策现在已完全准备好正式纳入国家预算。 [照片:瓦尔总理在上周的新闻发布会上与当地媒体交谈:照片约翰·霍阿尼哈乌]
SINTA urges a 1:35 teacher-student ratio as Solomon Islands prepares to introduce free education in 2027. By Steven Kamoa The Solomon Islands National Teachers Association (SINTA) is calling for a teacher-student ratio of one teacher to 35 students as the Government prepares to introduce free education in 2027. Speaking at the 2026 World Teachers’ Day [...] The post SINTA Calls for 1:35 Teacher-Student Ratio appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .
所罗门国家教师协会(SINTA)呼吁在所罗门群岛准备于2027年推出免费教育时,师生比例为1:35。作者:史蒂文·卡莫阿 所罗门国家教师协会(SINTA)呼吁在政府准备于2027年推出免费教育时,师生比例为一名教师对35名学生。在2026年世界教师节上发言时,SINTA表示... 该文章最初发布在《塔武利新闻(Solomon Islands)》上。
BY CHARLES STENNETT The Makira Ulawa Provincial government (MUPG), is developing a Minerals Accuracy Map by working closely with the Ministry of Mines and Energy and Rural Electrification, (MMERE) in collaboration with experts from Curtin University of Australia and Laoshan National Laboratory of Qingdao, China. A statement from MUPG social media said the completion of this task is important as it is to have data to be able to distinguish the composition of various minerals in the Province, such as silver, zinc, nickel, gold, bauxite and other minerals. It said the last mapping done in Makira was carried out by the British during pre-independence time, and the team is in the province to verify those findings and kick start the mineral mapping exercise. The statement said samples of rocks specimens will be taken on selected rivers in the Province including the Warihito River, Rawo River, Magoha River, Hao river and Waihaoru River to formulate a Mineral analysis for these localities. It said the success of this mission will then inform the extension of the same to other parts of the province, until the province is fully geologically mapped out. A courtesy call was made by the geological and lab experts from MMERE and geological experts and researchers including Professor Zheng Xing Li of Curtin University and Chief Scientist of Laoshan National Laboratory of China. The statement said the mineral data collections and analysis once completed will provide valuable information regarding the mineral potential of Makira Ulawa Province. In the Solomon Islands, only Guadalcanal, Isabel and Western Province have completed their Mineral Accuracy Map. Photo credit: MUPG For feedback, contact: charsstennett@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:查尔斯·斯特内特 马基拉乌拉瓦省政府(MUPG)正在与矿业和能源部(MMERE)密切合作,开发矿产准确性地图,并与来自澳大利亚科廷大学和中国青岛老山国家实验室的专家合作。 MUPG在社交媒体上的一份声明中表示,完成这一任务非常重要,因为需要数据来区分该省各种矿物的成分,如银、锌、镍、金、铝土矿和其他矿物。 声明称,马基拉最后一次绘制地图是在独立前由英国人进行的,团队正在该省核实这些发现并启动矿产绘图工作。 声明中提到,将在该省选定的河流上采集岩石样本,包括瓦里希托河、拉沃河、马戈哈河、哈奥河和瓦伊哈乌河,以制定这些地区的矿物分析。 声明指出,这一任务的成功将为该省的其他地区扩展相同的工作提供信息,直到该省的地质图绘制完成。 来自MMERE的地质和实验室专家以及包括科廷大学的郑兴李教授和中国老山国家实验室的首席科学家在内的地质专家和研究人员进行了礼节性拜访。 声明称,矿物数据的收集和分析完成后,将提供有关马基拉乌拉瓦省矿产潜力的宝贵信息。 在所罗门群岛,只有瓜达尔卡纳尔、伊莎贝尔和西部省完成了矿产准确性地图。 照片来源:MUPG 反馈请联系:charsstennett@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY TONY IROGA TEACHERS across Guadalcanal Province and Honiara joined national leaders today at Nguvia Community High School in North East Guadalcanal to mark World Teachers’ Day. This year’s national celebration was held under the theme: “Protecting and Advancing the Status of the Teaching Profession.” Delivering the keynote address, Minister of Education and Human Resources Development, Stephen Kumi, praised educators for accepting one of the nation’s most vital responsibilities. “Teaching is more than a job it is a high calling. Parents place their trust in our teachers every morning, not only to educate their children, but to keep them safe,” MP Kumi said. Kumi highlighted major government initiatives aimed at improving conditions for educators, which were; -Salary Restructure: Transitioning all teachers including Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers and Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) instructors to the new teacher salary and classification structure. -Housing and Leave: Plans under the 2025 SINTA Memorandum of Agreement to address teacher housing and annual leave arrangements by 2027. -New Ministry: The establishment of the new Ministry of Higher Education, School Development, and Research alongside ongoing free education policies. Kumi also spoke about providing teachers with the conditions that would allow them to work with dignity. “A salary is only one part of protecting the profession. If we expect teachers to give their best, we must provide conditions that allow them to live and work with dignity,” Kumi said. Addressing classroom standards, Kumi urged teachers to focus on student learning outcomes and continuous improvement. “The true measure of our profession is what happens inside the classroom. “A teacher is like a gardener. We must prepare the soil, water, protect, and wait for growth. When a child struggles, we must ask what we can do differently rather than giving up,” he said. Closing his address, Kumi reminded stakeholders that education requires a collective effort, citing the local proverb: “One hand cannot tie a bundle.” He called on government ministries, school leaders, parents, and communities to work together to support teachers and protect children. “The greatest asset of the Solomon Islands is not under our soil or in our oceans—it is our people,” Kumi said. “That development begins in the classroom.” Photo: Supplied For feedback, contact: tonyiroga8@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:托尼·伊罗加 今天,瓜达尔卡纳尔省和霍尼亚拉的教师们在瓜达尔卡纳尔东北部的Nguvia社区高中与国家领导人共同庆祝世界教师日。 今年的全国庆祝活动以“保护和提升教师职业地位”为主题。 教育与人力资源发展部长斯蒂芬·库米在主题演讲中赞扬了教育工作者接受国家最重要责任之一的决心。 “教学不仅仅是一份工作,它是一种崇高的召唤。家长每天早上把他们的信任寄托在我们的教师身上,不仅是为了教育他们的孩子,更是为了保护他们的安全,”库米议员说。 库米强调了旨在改善教育工作者条件的主要政府举措,包括: - 薪资重组:将所有教师,包括早期儿童教育(ECE)教师和技术职业教育与培训(TVET)讲师,过渡到新的教师薪资和分类结构。 - 住房和假期:根据2025年SINTA谅解备忘录的计划,解决教师住房和年假安排,预计到2027年完成。 - 新部门:新成立的高等教育、学校发展与研究部,与正在进行的免费教育政策并行。 库米还谈到了为教师提供能够让他们有尊严工作的条件。 “薪水只是保护职业的一部分。如果我们希望教师尽其所能,我们必须提供让他们能够有尊严地生活和工作的条件,”库米说。 在谈到课堂标准时,库米呼吁教师关注学生学习成果和持续改进。 “我们职业的真正衡量标准是在课堂内发生的事情。 “一位教师就像一位园丁。我们必须准备土壤,浇水,保护,并等待成长。当一个孩子遇到困难时,我们必须问自己能做些什么,而不是放弃,”他说。 在结束演讲时,库米提醒利益相关者,教育需要集体努力,引用当地谚语:“一只手无法捆绑一捆。” 他呼吁政府部门、学校领导、家长和社区共同努力,支持教师并保护儿童。 “所罗门群岛最大的财富不在我们的土地或海洋之下——而是我们的人民,”库米说。 “这种发展始于课堂。” 照片:提供 反馈请联系:tonyiroga8@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
Solomon Islands Government plans teacher salary and workplace reforms from 2027 to improve conditions and education outcomes. By Steven Kamoa The Solomon Islands Government says it is working to improve teachers’ salaries and working conditions as part of wider education reforms. Speaking at the national World Teachers’ Day celebration at Nguvia Community High School, Minister [...] The post Teacher Conditions to Improve as Government Advances Education Reforms appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .
所罗门群岛政府计划从2027年开始进行教师薪资和工作环境改革,以改善教师的工作条件和教育成果。作者:史蒂文·卡莫阿 所罗门群岛政府表示,正在努力改善教师的薪资和工作条件,作为更广泛教育改革的一部分。在Nguvia社区高中的全国世界教师日庆祝活动上,部长...... 该文章的标题为《教师条件将改善,政府推进教育改革》,首次发布在Tavuli News(所罗门群岛)上。
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU For Rogas Domama, a Grade Six student from Baregobito, the school day begins long before he enters his classroom. At 6:30am he sets out on foot, walking nearly an hour to reach Moli Primary School in northwest Choiseul. Rain, strong winds, muddy roads, river crossings, and hunger are part of his journey, but they have never stopped him. “Despite these challenges, I’m happy to learn and have a school here. I like to read and write because I want to be a good citizen and contribute well to my country and my community,” Rogas said. For Meldness Sumaya, another Grade Six student from Bibolo, the road is just as difficult. Meldness Sumaya, a grade six student at Moli primary school, photo credit- John Houanihau. “Sometimes I find it hard because when it rains, my road gets wet and muddy and it takes time to reach school,” she said. Yet she continues to walk. “I love school. No matter what the situation is, I always try my best to attend class because I want to live a happy life and support my community and family.” Their determination reflects the wider challenges facing education in Moli, where distance, weather, classrooms, staff housing, and water shortages affect students and teachers alike. Grade six students engaged in classroom activity, photo credit- John Houanihau. At Moli Primary School, principal Fredrick Vatabasu is managing a growing student population with limited infrastructure. Since joining in 2018, he has seen enrolment rise to more than 309 students taught by 11 teachers. Moli Primary School principal, Fredrick Vatabasu, photo credit- John Houanihau. “Our classroom is no longer enough for us,” Vatabasu said. Several year levels now have multiple classes, and 24 new transfer students arrived this year. Staff housing is also short, and learning resources are outdated. Plans exist for a new three‐classroom building, but funding is still needed. St Joseph Moli Secondary School compound on Moli Island, photo credit- John Houanihau. Despite these challenges, support has come from partners. The Australia‐Solomon Islands Partnership funded an ablution block, while the RWASH programme has provided assistance. Vatabasu hopes to gradually introduce more technology and improve the learning environment. He also believes dormitories could help students who walk long distances daily. Australian‐funded ablution block at Moli Primary School, photo credit- John Houanihau. “My appeal to communities, MPs and National MPs is to put our hands together to improve our school for our students here at Moli. I believe we can achieve that together,” he said. At St Joseph Moli Catholic Secondary School on Moli Island, the challenge is water. Principal and acting deputy principal Grace Tipala said the mission‐run boarding school aims to educate students academically and spiritually, with daily Mass and prayers. But reliable water remains elusive. “The school depends heavily on water tanks and a borehole. During prolonged dry periods, the borehole can dry up and tanks can run empty. The situation has become more difficult with changing weather patterns and the current El Niño conditions,” Tipala said. At times, students have had to travel to the mainland to wash, and classes have even closed due to water shortages. Staff have relied on mission water tanks to keep the school running. Plans are underway to purchase additional tanks and strengthen supply. Reliable water is also key to future expansion. With support from the Asian Development Bank and the Ministry of Education, the school hopes to add Forms Four and Five, reducing the burden on parents who currently send children away after junior secondary. “Parents always find it difficult when their children pass out and go to a far school. Improving our senior secondary school will help them a lot,” Tipala said. If water access improves, the school hopes to eventually offer Forms Six and Seven, with more teachers to support new subjects. Across Moli, the challenges differ but are connected. For some children, education is measured in kilometres and muddy roads. For schools, it is measured in classrooms, staff houses, teachers, and litres of water. Yet students like Rogas and Meldness continue to walk. Their determination is a reminder that, despite hardship, the desire to learn remains strong. For them, the road to school may be long and difficult, but it is also a road towards the future they hope to build for themselves, their communities, and Solomon Islands. *Reporting for this story was supported by Pacific Media Assistance Scheme (PACMAS) Photo credit: John Houanihau For feedback, contact: jhouanihau24@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌 对于来自巴雷戈比托的 Year 6学生罗加斯·多马马来说,学校的一天在他进入教室之前就已经开始。 早上6:30,他步行出发,走近一个小时才能到达位于乔伊索尔西北部的莫利小学。 雨、强风、泥泞的道路、过河和饥饿都是他旅程的一部分,但从未阻止过他。 “尽管面临这些挑战,我很高兴能在这里学习和上学。我喜欢阅读和写作,因为我想成为一个好公民,为我的国家和社区做出贡献,”罗加斯说。 对于来自比博洛的另一位 Year 6学生梅尔德尼斯·苏马亚来说,路途同样艰难。 梅尔德尼斯·苏马亚,莫利小学 Year 6学生,照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。 “有时我觉得很困难,因为下雨时,我的路会变得湿滑泥泞,去学校需要时间,”她说。然而她仍然坚持步行。“我爱上学。无论情况如何,我总是尽力上课,因为我想过上快乐的生活,支持我的社区和家庭。” 他们的决心反映了莫利教育面临的更广泛挑战,距离、天气、教室、教职员工住房和水短缺都影响着学生和教师。 Year 6学生参与课堂活动,照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。 在莫利小学,校长弗雷德里克·瓦塔巴苏正在管理一个不断增长的学生人数,但基础设施有限。自2018年加入以来,他看到入学人数上升到309名学生,由11名教师授课。 莫利小学校长弗雷德里克·瓦塔巴苏,照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。 “我们的教室已经不够用了,”瓦塔巴苏说。现在几个年级有多个班级,今年又有24名新转学生到来。教职员工住房也不足,学习资源过时。虽然有计划建设一栋新的三间教室的建筑,但仍需资金。 莫利岛圣约瑟夫中学的校园,照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。 尽管面临这些挑战,支持来自合作伙伴。澳大利亚-所罗门群岛伙伴关系资助了一座洗手间,而RWASH项目也提供了帮助。瓦塔巴苏希望逐步引入更多技术,改善学习环境。他还认为,宿舍可以帮助那些每天步行长途的学生。 澳大利亚资助的莫利小学洗手间,照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。 “我呼吁社区、国会议员和国家议员共同努力,改善我们在莫利的学校。我相信我们可以一起实现这一目标,”他说。 在莫利岛的圣约瑟夫天主教中学,面临的挑战是水源。校长兼代理副校长格雷斯·蒂帕拉表示,这所由教会运营的寄宿学校旨在在学术和精神上教育学生,每天都有弥撒和祈祷。 但可靠的水源仍然难以获得。 “学校严重依赖水箱和水井。在长时间干旱期间,水井可能会干涸,水箱也可能会空。随着天气模式的变化和当前厄尔尼诺现象,情况变得更加困难,”蒂帕拉说。 有时,学生不得不前往大陆洗澡,甚至因缺水而停课。教职员工依赖教会的水箱来维持学校的运作。计划正在进行中,购买额外的水箱以加强供水。 可靠的水源对未来扩展也至关重要。在亚洲开发银行和教育部的支持下,学校希望增加 Year 4和 Year 5,减轻目前送孩子去远方学校的家长负担。 “当孩子们毕业后去远方学校时,家长总是觉得很困难。改善我们的高级中学将对他们大有帮助,”蒂帕拉说。 如果水源改善,学校希望最终提供 Year 6和 Year 7,并增加更多教师以支持新课程。 在莫利,挑战各不相同,但彼此相连。对于一些孩子来说,教育是以公里和泥泞的道路来衡量的。对于学校来说,它是以教室、教职员工住房、教师和水的升升降降来衡量的。 然而,像罗加斯和梅尔德尼斯这样的学生仍然坚持步行。他们的决心提醒我们,尽管面临困难,学习的渴望依然强烈。对他们来说,通往学校的道路可能漫长而艰难,但这也是他们希望为自己、社区和所罗门群岛建设未来的道路。 *本报道得到了太平洋媒体援助计划(PACMAS)的支持。 照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌 反馈请联系:jhouanihau24@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY JOY OFASIA A total of 742 students graduated from the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) yesterday, marking the university’s second graduation ceremony for 2026. The graduation ceremony was held at Friendship Hall, Panatina Campus, in East Honiara, under the theme “Shaping the Future: Knowledge, Technology and Nation Building.” The graduating class comprised students from various faculties and learning programmes, including Education and Humanities, Business and Tourism Studies, Nursing, Medicine and Health Studies, Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Science, Engineering and Technology, as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and Distance and Flexible Learning. Of the 742 graduates, 471 were women and 271 were men, with women making up about 63 percent of the graduating class. Speaking to the graduating class, SINU Vice-Chancellor Professor Transform Aqorau acknowledged the hard work, perseverance and determination of the students throughout their studies. He also highlighted the importance of greater gender participation across different fields of study, particularly in science, technology and trades. Professor Aqorau encouraged the graduates to use the knowledge and skills they had gained to contribute to their families, communities and the development of Solomon Islands. The guest of honour, Managing Director of Australian Direct Suppliers Eric Walekwate, also encouraged the graduates to remain resilient as they begin the next stage of their lives and careers. Reflecting on his own journey, Walekwate spoke about overcoming failures and challenges before building his businesses. He encouraged the graduates to embrace challenges, take opportunities and remain committed to their goals as they enter the workforce. The October graduation brings SINU’s total number of graduates for 2026 to 1,749, following the university’s first graduation in April. The ceremony brought together graduands, families, friends, university officials, government representatives and other stakeholders to celebrate the students’ academic achievements and their transition into the next stage of their professional and personal journeys.
作者:乔伊·奥法西亚 昨天,共有742名学生从所罗门群岛国立大学(SINU)毕业,标志着该大学2026年的第二次毕业典礼。 毕业典礼在东霍尼亚拉的友谊大厅举行,主题为“塑造未来:知识、技术与国家建设”。 毕业班由来自不同学院和学习项目的学生组成,包括教育与人文学科、商业与旅游研究、护理、医学与健康研究、农业、渔业与林业、科学、工程与技术,以及技术与职业教育与培训(TVET)和远程与灵活学习。 在742名毕业生中,女性471名,男性271名,女性占毕业班的约63%。 在对毕业班讲话时,SINU副校长变革·阿克拉乌教授赞扬了学生在学习过程中所付出的努力、毅力和决心。 他还强调了在不同学科领域,特别是在科学、技术和贸易方面,促进性别参与的重要性。 阿克拉乌教授鼓励毕业生利用他们所获得的知识和技能,为他们的家庭、社区和所罗门群岛的发展做出贡献。 嘉宾致辞者、澳大利亚直接供应公司董事总经理埃里克·瓦莱克瓦特也鼓励毕业生在进入生活和职业的下一个阶段时保持韧性。 回顾自己的经历,瓦莱克瓦特谈到了在建立自己的企业之前克服失败和挑战的过程。 他鼓励毕业生迎接挑战,把握机会,并在进入职场时始终坚持自己的目标。 10月的毕业典礼使SINU在2026年的毕业生总数达到1,749人,此前该大学在4月举行了第一次毕业典礼。 典礼吸引了毕业生、家庭、朋友、大学官员、政府代表和其他利益相关者,共同庆祝学生的学术成就及其向职业和个人旅程的过渡。
BY RODRICK DESURI AUKI Su’u National Secondary School in West Kwaio Constituency, Malaita Province, has expressed its appreciation to the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) for its generous support of the school’s fundraising activities. CBSI donated 61 bags of rice to the school, in addition to confirming its sponsorship of a corporate table for the fundraising event. According to fundraising organizing chairlady Julie Manioli, the support was led by CBSI Governor Dr Luke Forau and staff. She said the donation of the rice has delivered to the fundraising organising team on Monday 28, 2026. “On behalf of the fundraising team, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Central Bank of Solomon Islands, led by the Governor, and its staff for their generous support of Su’u School,” she said. “In addition to confirming their corporate table sponsorship, CBSI has donated 61 bags of rice to the school.” Manioli said the bags of rice were delivered to the Franjti Shipping warehouse, where they will be loaded and transported to Auki and then to the school aboard MV Ocean Joy. She also expressed her appreciation to Franjti Shipping Management for generously offering to transport the rice to Auki free of charge. “We are deeply grateful for these generous contributions and support from CBSI and FRANJTI Shipping. May our Good Lord continue to bless your work,” she said. Photo credit: Julie Manioli For feedback, contact: rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:RODRICK DESURI 奥基 位于马莱塔省西夸伊奥选区的苏乌国家中学对所罗门群岛中央银行(CBSI)对学校筹款活动的慷慨支持表示感谢。 CBSI向学校捐赠了61袋大米,并确认赞助筹款活动的企业桌。 筹款组织主席朱莉·马尼奥利表示,此支持由CBSI行长卢克·福劳博士及其员工主导。 她表示,捐赠的大米于2026年1月28日送达筹款组织团队。 “我代表筹款团队,向所罗门群岛中央银行及其员工表示诚挚的感谢,感谢他们对苏乌学校的慷慨支持,”她说。 “除了确认他们的企业桌赞助外,CBSI还向学校捐赠了61袋大米。” 马尼奥利表示,这些大米被送往Franjti Shipping仓库,将通过MV Ocean Joy装载并运输到奥基及学校。 她还对Franjti Shipping管理层表示感谢,感谢他们慷慨提供免费运输服务。 “我们对CBSI和FRANJTI Shipping的慷慨贡献和支持深表感激。愿我们的上帝继续保佑你们的工作,”她说。 照片来源:Julie Manioli 反馈请联系:rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY CHARLES STENNETT Officials from the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development, (MEHRD) have concluded a two days’ stakeholder consultation in Kirakira, Makira Ulawa Province, on Friday on the National Education Action Plan (NEAP), 2027- 2031. A statement from the Provincial Office said the consultation was led by Daisy Zazariko of MEHRD and aimed to present the draft Action Plan, gather feedback from schools, and communities, education providers, identify local priorities and build consensus on a way forward. The MEHRD team also made a courtesy call on the Supervising Premier of Makira Ulawa Province Emmanuel Toreiramo and members of the Provincial Executive before the consultations. The NEAP 2027–2031 serve as the education sector’s principal five-year implementation plan. It is grounded in a planning framework that links Sustainable Development Goal 4, the Pacific Regional Education Framework, the Solomon Islands National Development Strategy, the Education Strategic Framework 2015–2030, successive National Education Action Plans and MEHRD annual work plans. When delivering the opening statement on the initiative earlier this year, MEHRD Supervising Permanent Secretary, Linda Wate said the new NEAP must not be viewed simply as a Ministry document, but as a national education plan belonging to all Solomon Islanders. She said the plan must reflect the experiences, aspirations, challenges and priorities of the provinces, schools, teachers, learners, families and communities. “We cannot shape the future of education from Honiara alone,” Mrs Wate said. She also emphasised that inclusion must meaningfully address the needs of children in remote and rural communities, learners with disabilities and additional learning needs, girls and boys, young people at risk of dropping out, and others who experience barriers to quality education. Provincial ownership, she said, will be essential because education challenges and service-delivery conditions vary significantly between urban centres and remote island communities. The new plan must therefore provide clear national direction while remaining responsive to provincial and local realities. Mrs Wate called for a practical plan that clearly identifies intended outcomes, responsibilities, resources, timelines and measures of progress. She also urged government, development partners and communities to work towards one national education agenda, one set of priorities and coordinated implementation. During the consultation, participants considered a consolidated analysis of the education sector, including achievements, continuing challenges and recommendations for improvement. They will review proposed strategic priorities using a “Start–Stop–Continue” approach to identify effective strategies that should continue, approaches that should stop or be revised, missing interventions and priority actions for implementation from 2027. For feedback, contact: charsstennett@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:CHARLES STENNETT 教育与人力资源发展部(MEHRD)的官员于周五在马基拉乌拉瓦省基里基拉完成了为期两天的利益相关者咨询,讨论国家教育行动计划(NEAP)2027-2031。 省办公室的声明称,此次咨询由MEHRD的黛西·扎扎里科主持,旨在展示行动计划草案,收集学校和社区的反馈,识别地方优先事项并达成共识。 MEHRD团队在咨询前还对马基拉乌拉瓦省的代理省长埃马纽埃尔·托雷拉莫及省执行委员会成员进行了礼节性拜访。 NEAP 2027-2031是教育部门的主要五年实施计划。它基于一个规划框架,连接可持续发展目标4、太平洋区域教育框架、所罗门群岛国家发展战略、2015-2030年教育战略框架、历届国家教育行动计划和MEHRD年度工作计划。 在今年早些时候关于该倡议的开幕声明中,MEHRD代理常务秘书琳达·瓦特表示,新的NEAP不应仅被视为一个部委文件,而应视为属于所有所罗门岛民的国家教育计划。 她表示,该计划必须反映省份、学校、教师、学习者、家庭和社区的经验、愿望、挑战和优先事项。“我们不能仅从霍尼亚拉塑造教育的未来,”瓦特女士说。 她还强调,包容性必须切实解决偏远和农村社区儿童、残疾学习者和有额外学习需求的学习者、男孩和女孩、面临辍学风险的年轻人以及其他面临优质教育障碍的人的需求。 她表示,省级所有权将是至关重要的,因为教育挑战和服务交付条件在城市中心和偏远岛屿社区之间差异显著。因此,新的计划必须提供明确的国家方向,同时对省级和地方现实保持响应。 瓦特女士呼吁制定一个实用的计划,清晰地识别预期结果、责任、资源、时间表和进展衡量标准。她还呼吁政府、发展伙伴和社区共同努力,朝着一个国家教育议程、一个优先事项集和协调实施的方向努力。 在咨询期间,参与者考虑了教育部门的综合分析,包括成就、持续挑战和改进建议。他们将使用“开始-停止-继续”方法审查拟议的战略优先事项,以识别应继续的有效策略、应停止或修订的方法、缺失的干预措施和2027年实施的优先行动。 反馈请联系:charsstennett@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA SATSOL Limited has successfully secured funding from a consortium of banks, led by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), to finance the roll-out of a brand-new mobile network across the Solomon Islands. The announcement was made by SATSOL in a statement on Wednesday, September 30 . SATSOL said the investment will enable SATSOL to expand from its established broadband services into mobile telecommunications thus, bringing greater choice, competition and connectivity to consumers and businesses. The project will also support greater digital inclusion by expanding access to affordable and reliable connectivity, powered by the latest mobile technologies, including 5G, and built on technology from leading Western vendors. SATSOL said this will enable more Solomon Islanders to benefit from digital services, education, financial services and new economic opportunities. Pawel Smalinski, CEO of SATSOL said a stronger competitive mobile market will drive innovation, improve service quality and make connectivity more affordable and accessible. “Our ambition is to use connectivity as an enabler of inclusion and opportunity for people across Solomon Islands,” he said. SATSOL said network deployment is planned to commence shortly with commercial mobile services expected to launch in the second half of 2027. The statement noted that further details on the network roll-out, coverage and services will be announced as the project progresses. For feedback, contact: diivee56@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:DOUGLAS VAHIA SATSOL有限公司成功获得由亚洲开发银行(ADB)牵头的一组银行的资金,以资助在所罗门群岛推广全新的移动网络。 SATSOL在9月30日星期三的声明中宣布了这一消息。 SATSOL表示,此项投资将使其从现有的宽带服务扩展到移动电信,从而为消费者和企业带来更多选择、竞争和连接。 该项目还将通过扩展对可负担和可靠连接的访问,支持更大的数字包容性,利用最新的移动技术,包括5G,并基于领先西方供应商的技术。 SATSOL表示,这将使更多的所罗门岛民受益于数字服务、教育、金融服务和新的经济机会。 SATSOL首席执行官帕维尔·斯马林斯基表示,竞争更强的移动市场将推动创新,提高服务质量,使连接更加可负担和可接入。 “我们的目标是利用连接作为促进所罗门群岛人民包容性和机会的工具,”他说。 SATSOL表示,网络部署计划很快开始,商业移动服务预计将在2027年下半年推出。 声明指出,关于网络推广、覆盖范围和服务的更多细节将在项目进展中公布。 反馈请联系:diivee56@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY RODRICK DESURI AUKI A consultation on the National Education Action Plan was held at the Baha’i Centre in Auki, Malaita Province, on Wednesday, September 30. The national and provincial consultation and validation workshop is the initial stage in the development of the National Education Action Plan 2027–2030 by the Ministry of Education and Human Resources (MEHRD). The consultation was attended by a team from the Ministry of Education and provincial education stakeholders, including students, to discuss key priorities to shape the future of education in Malaita Province. According to one of the participants, Frank Samo, the consultation highlighted several important priority areas, including: – Improving access to quality education – Strengthening teacher quality and professional development – Strengthening education governance and accountability – Ensuring responsive alignment between national education priorities and provincial and community needs. Mr Samo said the consultation provided an important opportunity for stakeholders in Malaita to contribute their experiences, concerns and recommendations. “This consultation provides a very important opportunity for the Malaita Provincial education authority and its stakeholders, so that the National Education Action Plan reflects the realities and needs of our schools, teachers, students, parents and communities,” he said. He said the consultation was focused on “shaping the future of education through participative and results-based planning.” Photo credit: Frank Samo For feedback, contact: rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:罗德里克·德苏里 奥基 国家教育行动计划的咨询会于9月30日星期三在马莱塔省的巴哈伊中心举行。 此次国家和省级咨询及验证研讨会是教育与人力资源部(MEHRD)制定2027-2030年国家教育行动计划的初步阶段。 咨询会吸引了来自教育部的团队和省级教育利益相关者,包括学生,讨论塑造马莱塔省教育未来的关键优先事项。 根据参与者之一弗兰克·萨莫的说法,咨询会强调了几个重要的优先领域,包括: – 改善优质教育的获取 – 加强教师质量和专业发展 – 加强教育治理和问责制 – 确保国家教育优先事项与省级和社区需求之间的响应性对接。 萨莫先生表示,咨询会为马莱塔的利益相关者提供了一个重要的机会,以分享他们的经验、关切和建议。 “此次咨询会为马莱塔省教育当局及其利益相关者提供了一个非常重要的机会,使国家教育行动计划能够反映我们学校、教师、学生、家长和社区的现实和需求,”他说。 他表示,咨询会的重点是“通过参与式和基于结果的规划来塑造教育的未来。” 照片来源:弗兰克·萨莫 反馈请联系:rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
SINU Vice Chancellor urges responsible AI use and greater participation by women in science, technology and technical fields. By Steven Kamoa Solomon Islands National University Vice Chancellor Dr Transform Aqorau has called for responsible use of artificial intelligence and technology, while highlighting the need for greater participation by women in science, technology and technical fields. [...] The post SINU Vice Chancellor Urges Responsible Use AI in Education appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .
所罗门国立大学副校长呼吁负责任地使用人工智能,并鼓励女性在科学、技术和技术领域的更大参与。 所罗门国立大学副校长Transform Aqorau博士呼吁负责任地使用人工智能和技术,同时强调女性在科学、技术和技术领域更大参与的必要性。 [...] 该文章最初发布在Tavuli News(所罗门群岛)上。
BY TONY IROGA Guest of Honour Mr. Eric Walekwate, Managing Director of Australian Direct Suppliers, delivered an inspiring keynote address to Solomon Islands National University (SINU) graduates today at Friendship Hall, Panatina Campus. Addressing the graduating class, distinguished guests, and families, Walekwate urged the new graduates to embrace life’s struggles and remain resilient as they transition into the workforce. Reflecting on his 14-year journey from leaving school after Form 5 to owning three successful companies employing over 30 people, Walekwate shared that success requires perseverance through failure and uncertainty. “The process of building my own future after leaving school was not a clear or direct path,” Walekwate told the graduates. “I failed two different courses. I attempted and failed at over five different business ideas and investments. But every struggle and every challenge is what made me who I am today.” He outlined five key principles that guided his journey: failing forward, envisioning the destination, taking risks, stepping into discomfort, and relying on God’s guidance. “Growth only comes through discomfort,” Walekwate emphasized. “If you are feeling too comfortable, that’s a sign to step out, to challenge yourself, to grow.” Encouraging the graduates to step out boldly into the world, he reminded them that dreams require action and consistency. “Ships are built to venture out, fulfilling their purpose. So, venture out from the harbour. Chase your dreams and fulfil your purpose,” Walekwate said. “Success is rarely one big moment. It is hundreds of small decisions followed by actions, repeated consistently.” He concluded his address by affirming the potential within every graduate, calling on them to remain steadfast in pursuing their goals: “Your dream is possible. Embrace the process.” [Eric Walekwate delievered his speech at SINU graduation.Photo SINU]
作者:托尼·伊罗加 嘉宾演讲者埃里克·瓦莱克瓦特(Eric Walekwate),澳大利亚直接供应商的董事总经理,今天在潘纳蒂纳校区的友谊大厅向所罗门国立大学(SINU)毕业生发表了鼓舞人心的主题演讲。 在致辞中,瓦莱克瓦特呼吁新毕业生拥抱生活的挑战,并在进入职场时保持韧性。 回顾自己从 Year 5毕业后离校到拥有三家成功公司的14年历程,瓦莱克瓦特分享了成功需要在失败和不确定中坚持不懈。 “离开学校后建立自己未来的过程并不是一条清晰或直接的道路,”瓦莱克瓦特对毕业生说。“我在两门不同的课程中失败过。我尝试并失败了五个不同的商业想法和投资。但每一次挣扎和每一个挑战都造就了今天的我。” 他概述了指导他旅程的五个关键原则:向前失败、设想目标、冒险、走出舒适区,以及依靠上帝的引导。 “成长只会通过不适而来,”瓦莱克瓦特强调。“如果你感到过于舒适,那就是一个走出去、挑战自己、成长的信号。” 他鼓励毕业生勇敢地走向世界,提醒他们梦想需要行动和坚持。 “船只是为了航行而建造的,履行它们的使命。所以,离开港口,追逐你的梦想,实现你的目标,”瓦莱克瓦特说。“成功很少是一个重大时刻。它是数百个小决定后跟随的行动,持续不断。” 他在演讲结束时肯定了每位毕业生的潜力,呼吁他们在追求目标时保持坚定:“你的梦想是可能的。拥抱这个过程。” [埃里克·瓦莱克瓦特在SINU毕业典礼上发表演讲。照片来源:SINU]
BY JOSES SAREN A youth participant at the National Youth and Children’s Parliament 2026 has called for children and young people with disabilities to have equal access to education, public services and opportunities. Jino Rasuta’ana participated as the East Are’are Youth MP during the National Youth and Children Parliament today in the Parliament Chamber during a mock session debating a motion on decentralisation and inclusive social services. Rasuta’ana, who is deaf and spoke through an interpreter said location must not become a limitation, and special needs must never become a barrier to opportunity. He said people with disabilities must have a direct role in decisions that affect their lives. “People with special needs should not only be spoken about; they should be here speaking for themselves,” he said. Rasuta’ana also challenged Parliament to consider its own accessibility for young people with disabilities. “Even this Parliament should be a place where a child or young person with special needs can enter, participate, communicate, and contribute equally,” he said. “If a young person with special needs cannot fully access this House, then we still have work to do.” Turning to education, he said children in rural communities face challenges including poor infrastructure, inadequate sanitation and a lack of facilities suitable for students with disabilities. He also highlighted shortages of teachers trained in inclusive education and sign language, along with limited accessible learning materials. Rasuta’ana said teachers supporting students with disabilities also need greater recognition, particularly when they take on additional responsibilities such as sign language support. “Goodwill alone is not enough,” he said. “If we value inclusive education, then we must value the teachers who make it possible.” He called for sign language to be promoted in schools, clinics, public offices and communities. “As a deaf young person, communication is very important to me. I want to communicate at school, at the clinic, at the bus stop, and in my community,” he said. “No young person should feel isolated or remain silent because others do not know how to communicate with them.” Among his recommendations were greater investment in rural schools, more training for teachers in special and inclusive education, sign language support and accessible learning materials. He also called for better housing and incentives for teachers serving remote communities and greater involvement of people with disabilities in education planning. Rasuta’ana said young people with disabilities should be given the same opportunities to participate and contribute to society. “As a deaf young person with special needs, I stand here today as proof that ability is not determined by our circumstances,” he said. “I am standing here because someone believed in me. Today, I ask this House to ensure that every child with special needs is given those same opportunities.” The National Youth and Children’s Parliament began on Monday September 28 at the Paul Tovua Complex at the National Parliament Office in Honiara. The event has brought together approximately 50 children and young people from across Solomon Islands to learn about parliamentary processes, discuss issues affecting their communities, and present their views and recommendations. The programme was organised by the National Parliament of Solomon Islands, with support from UNICEF and funding from the European Union (EU), in partnership with the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs and the Ministry of Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening. This year’s Parliament is held under the theme, “Our Voices, Our Future: Decentralization of Inclusive and Accessible Social Services for All.” The programme concludes today. [Jino Rasuta’ana (right) during the National Youth and Children’s Parliament 2026. Photo NPSI]
作者:JOSES SAREN 在2026年全国青年和儿童议会(National Youth and Children’s Parliament)上,一位青年参与者呼吁残疾儿童和年轻人应平等获得教育、公共服务和机会。 Jino Rasuta’ana作为东阿雷阿雷(East Are’are)青年议员参与了今天在议会大厅举行的模拟会议,讨论关于去中心化和包容性社会服务的动议。 Rasuta’ana是一名聋人,通过翻译进行发言,他表示,地点不应成为限制,特殊需求绝不应成为机会的障碍。 他说,残疾人士必须在影响他们生活的决策中发挥直接作用。 “特殊需求人士不应只是被谈论;他们应该在这里为自己发声,”他说。 Rasuta’ana还挑战议会考虑自身对残疾年轻人的可及性。 “即使是这个议会,也应该是一个特殊需求儿童或年轻人可以进入、参与、沟通和同等贡献的地方,”他说。 “如果一名特殊需求的年轻人无法完全进入这个议会,那么我们还有很多工作要做。” 谈到教育时,他表示,农村社区的儿童面临着基础设施差、卫生条件不足和缺乏适合残疾学生的设施等挑战。 他还强调了缺乏接受包容性教育和手语培训的教师,以及可及学习材料的短缺。 Rasuta’ana表示,支持残疾学生的教师也需要更多的认可,特别是在他们承担额外责任(如手语支持)时。 “光有善意是不够的,”他说。 “如果我们重视包容性教育,那么我们必须重视那些使其成为可能的教师。” 他呼吁在学校、诊所、公共办公室和社区推广手语。 “作为一名聋人年轻人,沟通对我来说非常重要。我希望在学校、诊所、公交车站和我的社区进行沟通,”他说。 “没有年轻人应该感到孤立或保持沉默,因为其他人不知道如何与他们沟通。” 他的建议包括对农村学校的更多投资、对特殊和包容性教育教师的更多培训、手语支持和可及学习材料。 他还呼吁为服务偏远社区的教师提供更好的住房和激励措施,以及让残疾人士更多参与教育规划。 Rasuta’ana表示,残疾年轻人应获得同样的机会参与和贡献于社会。 “作为一名有特殊需求的聋人年轻人,我今天站在这里证明能力并不取决于我们的环境,”他说。 “我之所以能站在这里,是因为有人相信我。今天,我请求这个议会确保每一个有特殊需求的儿童都能获得同样的机会。” 全国青年和儿童议会于9月28日星期一在霍尼亚拉(Honiara)的保罗·托武阿综合大楼(Paul Tovua Complex)开始。 此次活动汇集了来自所罗门群岛各地的约50名儿童和年轻人,学习议会流程,讨论影响他们社区的问题,并提出他们的观点和建议。 该项目由所罗门群岛国家议会组织,得到了联合国儿童基金会(UNICEF)的支持和欧盟(EU)的资金,合作方包括妇女、青年、儿童和家庭事务部以及省政府和机构强化部。 今年的议会以“我们的声音,我们的未来:为所有人去中心化的包容性和可及社会服务”为主题。 该项目今天结束。 [Jino Rasuta’ana(右)在2026年全国青年和儿童议会期间。照片来源:NPSI]
BY TONY IROGA GRADUATING students of the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) have been challenged to go beyond seeking employment and actively create opportunities to help build the nation. Speaking at the SINU graduation ceremony held today at the Friendship Hall, Panatina Campus, SINU Vice Chancellor Professor Transform Aqorau urged the new graduates to apply their knowledge with courage, integrity, and innovation. “We want our graduates to be ready for work, but also ready to create work, to keep learning, and to help solve problems,” Aqorau said. He highlighted that real-world challenges require collaboration across different fields, advising graduates not to limit themselves strictly to their field of study. “Your discipline will give you a starting point, not a barrier. Talk to people outside... Important ideas often begin when we listen across those boundaries,” he said. Encouraging the cohort to embrace bold initiatives, Aqorau reminded them that meaningful change often begins with small, practical steps whether improving record-keeping in a clinic, teaching a difficult lesson, or processing local crops. “Be brave enough to begin. Try it, measure whether it works, learn from those who have failed, and if it fails, be honest about why,” he emphasized. Aqorau also called on the graduates to remain grounded and maintain a deep connection to their families and communities as they progress in their careers. “Let your community recognize you not only by the letters after your name, but by the difference that you make to your family and to your community,” he said. Addressing the graduates’ future role in national development, he expressed confidence in their ability to drive positive change across key sectors, including education, health, agriculture, and ocean management. “Graduates, you did not come this far simply to inherit the future. You have earned the chance to help shape it,” “Take your knowledge with confidence, use technology with wisdom, and build a nation with integrity and compassion.” Aqorau said. [SINU Vice Chancelllor Transform Aqorau. Photo SINU]
作者:TONY IROGA 所罗门群岛国立大学(SINU)的毕业生们被挑战超越寻求就业,积极创造机会以帮助建设国家。 在今天于友谊大厅(Friendship Hall)举行的SINU毕业典礼上,SINU副校长Transform Aqorau教授敦促新毕业生勇敢、正直和创新地运用他们的知识。 “Aqorau表示:“我们希望我们的毕业生不仅为工作做好准备,还要准备创造工作,持续学习,并帮助解决问题。” 他强调,现实世界的挑战需要跨不同领域的合作,建议毕业生们不要严格限制自己在学习领域内。 “你的学科将为你提供一个起点,而不是障碍。与外界的人交谈......重要的想法往往在我们跨越这些界限时开始。” Aqorau鼓励毕业生们拥抱大胆的举措,并提醒他们,真正的改变往往始于小而实际的步骤,无论是改善诊所的记录管理、教授一门困难的课程,还是处理当地作物。 “要勇敢地开始。尝试,衡量是否有效,向那些失败的人学习,如果失败了,要诚实地分析原因。”他强调。 Aqorau还呼吁毕业生们保持脚踏实地,并在职业发展中与家庭和社区保持深厚的联系。 “让你的社区不仅通过你名字后的字母来识别你,而是通过你为家庭和社区所做的改变。”他说。 在谈到毕业生在国家发展中的未来角色时,他对他们在教育、健康、农业和海洋管理等关键领域推动积极变化的能力表示信心。 “毕业生们,你们走到今天这一步并不是为了简单地继承未来。你们已经赢得了帮助塑造未来的机会。” “Aqorau说:“带着自信运用你的知识,明智地使用技术,以正直和同情心建设国家。” [SINU副校长Transform Aqorau。照片来源:SINU]
BY TONY IROGA A total of 742 students officially graduated from the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) today, 1 October 2026, during a ceremony at Friendship Hall, Panatina Campus in East Honiara. Addressing the graduating class, SINU Vice-Chancellor Professor Transform Aqorau commended the students for their hard work and perseverance. Speaking under the graduation theme “Shaping the Future: Knowledge, Technology and Nation Building” and the motto “Bright Minds, Bold Ideas for a Greater Nation,” Aqorau urged the graduates to take charge of their future rather than waiting for change. “Behind each of these numbers is a person whose effort, perseverance, and determination have brought them to this day, supported by families, friends, lecturers, and communities,” Aqorau said. Women accounted for nearly two-thirds of the total graduating body. Out of the 742 graduates, 471 (63 percent ) were women and 271 (37 percent) were men. The breakdown across faculties is as follows: -Education and Humanities had 329 graduates with 219 women and 110 men. -Business and Tourism Studies had 160 graduates with 113 women and 47 men. -Nursing, Medicine and Health Studies jad 105 graduates with 83 women and 22 men -Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry had 57 graduates with 35 women and 22 men. -Science, Engineering and Technology had 48 graduateswith 8 women and 40 men Additionally, 24 students completed Technical and Vocational Educational and Training (TVET) programs all of whom were men while 19 graduated through Distance and Flexible Learning (13 women, 6 men). While celebrating the high participation of women across most programs, Aqorau raised the need to balance gender representation in specific fields. Women made up only eight of the 48 graduates in Science, Engineering, and Technology, and none in TVET. “We must encourage more women to pursue science, technology, and trade, while also supporting more men to enter teaching, nursing, and other fields where their contribution is equally needed,” Aqorau said. He said our country has never been built on waiting and reminded graduates of how their ancestors navigated oceans using generational knowledge, curiosity, and resourcefulness. “Qualifications record what you have learned, but the world you enter will change, and new professions will emerge,” he added. He concluded by reassuring the graduates that their achievements strengthen the university, their local communities, and the nation as a whole. For feedback, contact: tonyiroga8@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:托尼·伊罗加 今天,2026年10月1日,742名学生在东霍尼亚拉的友谊大厅举行的毕业典礼上正式从所罗门群岛国立大学(SINU)毕业。 在致辞中,SINU副校长变革·阿科劳教授对学生们的努力和毅力表示赞赏。 阿科劳在毕业主题“塑造未来:知识、技术与国家建设”和座右铭“聪明的头脑,大胆的想法,成就更伟大的国家”下发言,呼吁毕业生掌握自己的未来,而不是等待变化。 “在这些数字背后,是一个个通过努力、毅力和决心走到今天的人,他们得到了家人、朋友、讲师和社区的支持,”阿科劳说。 女性占总毕业生人数的近三分之二。在742名毕业生中,471名(63%)为女性,271名(37%)为男性。 各学院的毕业生人数分布如下: - 教育与人文学科有329名毕业生,其中219名为女性,110名为男性。 - 商业与旅游研究有160名毕业生,其中113名为女性,47名为男性。 - 护理、医学与健康研究有105名毕业生,其中83名为女性,22名为男性。 - 农业、渔业与林业有57名毕业生,其中35名为女性,22名为男性。 - 科学、工程与技术有48名毕业生,其中8名为女性,40名为男性。 此外,24名学生完成了技术与职业教育培训(TVET)项目,全部为男性,而19名通过远程和灵活学习毕业(13名女性,6名男性)。 在庆祝大多数项目中女性高参与率的同时,阿科劳提出了在特定领域平衡性别代表性的必要性。在科学、工程与技术领域,女性仅占48名毕业生中的8名,而在TVET中则没有女性。 “我们必须鼓励更多女性追求科学、技术和贸易,同时也支持更多男性进入教学、护理和其他同样需要他们贡献的领域,”阿科劳说。 他说,我们的国家从未建立在等待之上,并提醒毕业生他们的祖先是如何利用代代相传的知识、好奇心和足智多谋来航行海洋的。 “资格证书记录了你所学到的知识,但你所进入的世界将会改变,新的职业将会出现,”他补充道。 他最后向毕业生保证,他们的成就将增强大学、当地社区和整个国家的力量。 如需反馈,请联系:tonyiroga8@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY SHOREYANN RAGOSO Panatina Community High School in east Honiara celebrated the graduation of 503 students today, with families, teachers, community members and supporters gathering to mark their achievement. The graduation ceremony was held at the school hall under the theme, “Perseverance: A Pathway to Success.” It marked an important step for the students as they completed their secondary education and prepared for their next journey. School principal Mrs Mary Inasimae congratulated the graduates for their commitment and determination throughout their years at Panatina. “I sincerely thank you for trusting Panatina School to be your institution and for allowing us to be part of your educational journey,” she said. Panatina Community High School Principal Mary Inasimae delivering her speech. Inasimae reminded the students that their education was not only about passing exams. She encouraged them to carry the knowledge, skills, values and lessons learned at school into their future lives. She also reminded the graduates that many people had supported them along the way. “Always remember that you are not alone,” she said, adding that their parents, families, communities, provinces and the country were all looking to them. She encouraged the students to give back in the future as a way of recognising the support and sacrifices made for their education. Guest of honour Davis Pitamama, Education Director of HCC Educational Provider, also encouraged the graduates to remain disciplined and determined as they prepare for further education, employment and other opportunities. School Principal Mrs Mary Inasimae handing of the Certificate to one of the form 6 graduate Pitamama said education was important because it gave young people the knowledge and skills needed to work towards their dreams. He explained that perseverance was more than simply reaching the end of school. “Perseverance is not about finishing. It is a journey you take in education, learning, gaining strength and building character,” he said. Pitamama encouraged the graduates not to give up when they face difficulties in life. “Perseverance helps us to stay focused during tough times, but continue to be positive and keep prospering in your education journey to be a good person,” he said. The ceremony also featured awards and certificate presentations, recognising students for their achievements. Parents and guardians thanked the teachers and school administration for their support and guidance throughout the students’ education. The celebration ended with graduates sharing their special achievement with their families, friends and teachers, creating memories of an important day in their lives.
作者:SHOREYANN RAGOSO 今天,位于霍尼亚拉东部的帕纳蒂纳社区高中庆祝了503名学生的毕业,家庭、教师、社区成员和支持者齐聚一堂,共同庆祝他们的成就。 毕业典礼在学校礼堂举行,主题为“毅力:通往成功的道路”。这标志着学生们完成中学教育,准备迎接下一个旅程的重要一步。 学校校长玛丽·伊纳西梅(Mrs Mary Inasimae)祝贺毕业生们在帕纳蒂纳的学习期间表现出的承诺和决心。 “我真诚地感谢你们信任帕纳蒂纳学校作为你们的教育机构,并让我们成为你们教育旅程的一部分,”她说。 伊纳西梅提醒学生们,教育不仅仅是通过考试。她鼓励他们将学校所学的知识、技能、价值观和经验带入未来的生活中。 她还提醒毕业生们,许多人在他们的成长过程中给予了支持。 “永远记住,你们并不孤单,”她说,并补充道,他们的父母、家庭、社区、省份和国家都在关注他们。 她鼓励学生们在未来回馈社会,以此来认可为他们的教育所做出的支持和牺牲。 嘉宾戴维·皮塔马马(Davis Pitamama),霍尼亚拉市教育局教育主任,也鼓励毕业生们在准备进一步教育、就业和其他机会时保持自律和决心。 校长玛丽·伊纳西梅(Mrs Mary Inasimae)向一名 Year 6毕业生颁发证书。 皮塔马马表示,教育很重要,因为它为年轻人提供了实现梦想所需的知识和技能。 他解释说,毅力不仅仅是完成学业。 “毅力不是关于结束,而是你在教育、学习、获得力量和塑造品格的旅程,”他说。 皮塔马马鼓励毕业生们在生活中遇到困难时不要放弃。 “毅力帮助我们在艰难时期保持专注,但要继续积极向上,努力在教育旅程中成为一个好人,”他说。 典礼还颁发了奖项和证书,以表彰学生们的成就。 家长和监护人感谢教师和学校管理层在学生教育过程中给予的支持和指导。 庆祝活动在毕业生与家人、朋友和教师分享他们的特殊成就中结束,创造了他们生活中重要日子的美好回忆。
BY TONY IROGA THE Embassy of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) handed over $150,000 to the Solomon Islands National University (SINU). A statement from SINU yesterday said the funding will support 37 students selected for the Chinese Ambassador’s Scholarship for Semester Two, 2026, the statement yesterday said. SINU representative Andrew Awa received the cheque on behalf of the university. The handover took place in the presence of Acting Prime Minister Francis Sade and China’s Chargé d’Affaires H.E. Yang Jie. H.E. Yang Jie congratulated the recipients and said that this is the fourth year the Chinese Embassy provided the awards to SINU outstanding students. “The scholarship will serve as a beacon of hope for young people in Solomon Islands,” H.E. Yang Jie said. He said the program is sowing seeds for national development and shows the strong friendship between China and Solomon Islands. SINU expressed gratitude to the Embassy of China for its ongoing assistance. SINU congratulated the 37 scholarship recipients and acknowledged the continued support of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China towards education. Over the last seven years, nearly 300 Solomon Islands students have received full scholarships to study in China. “The continued support through the Chinese Ambassador’s Scholarship reflects the growing cooperation between China and Solomon Islands in education and human resource development,” SINU said. The Chinese Embassy remains committed to boosting human resource development and educational cooperation across the country. Photo credit: SINU For feedback, contact: tonyiroga8@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
由托尼·伊罗加报道 中华人民共和国驻所罗门群岛大使馆向所罗门群岛国立大学(SINU)捐赠了15万美元。 SINU昨日的声明表示,这笔资金将支持37名获得2026年第二学期中国大使奖学金的学生。 SINU代表安德鲁·阿瓦代表大学收到了支票。交接仪式在代理总理弗朗西斯·萨德和中国驻所罗门群岛临时代办杨杰阁下的见证下进行。 杨杰阁下祝贺获奖者,并表示这是中国大使馆连续第四年向SINU优秀学生提供奖学金。 “这项奖学金将成为所罗门群岛年轻人的希望之光,”杨杰阁下说。 他表示,该项目为国家发展播下了种子,展现了中国与所罗门群岛之间的深厚友谊。 SINU对中国大使馆的持续支持表示感谢。 SINU祝贺37名奖学金获得者,并感谢中华人民共和国驻所罗门群岛大使馆对教育的持续支持。 在过去七年中,近300名所罗门群岛学生获得了前往中国的全额奖学金。 “通过中国大使奖学金的持续支持,反映了中国与所罗门群岛在教育和人力资源发展方面日益增长的合作,”SINU表示。 中国大使馆致力于推动全国人力资源发展和教育合作。 照片来源:SINU 如有反馈,请联系:tonyiroga8@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY BEN BILUA Gizo TEACHERS from cyclone-affected schools across Western Province are undergoing mental health and psychosocial training in Gizo as part of efforts to support students affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila. The training is part of the Back-to-School Programme, a cyclone recovery initiative delivered by the Mental Health Division of Western Province Health Services and Save the Children in partnership with the Western Province Education Division. Coordinator of Mental Health Services for Western Province Health Services, Michael Ilangono, said the training focuses on helping teachers understand mental health and psychosocial issues affecting children following the disaster. He said the training will equip teachers with the knowledge to identify warning signs among children who may have experienced trauma from Tropical Cyclone Maila and provide appropriate support. “In any event or disaster, people get traumatised, especially children. When we get traumatised, our wellbeing is not functioning well. For children, they will not learn properly in schools. “So, this training is to help teachers identify issues that need attention and seek further support,” Ilangono said. He said teachers will also be introduced to available mental health services and support networks within Western Province so they could refer children and families requiring further assistance. Ilangono said another component of the training was the Back-to-School Programme, which provides guidance to teachers and communities on when schools should reopen following a disaster. “Teachers will be introduced to criteria on how to deal with children before reopening schools,” he said. Ilangono said Tropical Cyclone Maila was one of the major disasters to affect Western Province, making it important for teachers to have basic knowledge and skills in mental health and psychosocial support. Meanwhile, Willie Etupio said the training is important in building the capacity of teachers to help their schools return to normalcy following the cyclone. Etupio said the objective is to bring teachers together and establish a baseline understanding of the situation affecting schools and communities after Tropical Cyclone Maila. He said feedback from teachers will help the technical team to identify areas where additional knowledge and skills in mental health are needed. “So, the idea is to engage the technical groups, the Mental Health Division, to give the content and deliver training to teachers,” Etupio said. “In terms of education, we want as soon as possible to get these students back to normal. This can extend to parents and communities as well.” He said the programme is funded by UNICEF and facilitated by the Western Province Education Division in partnership with the Mental Health Division of Western Province Health Services and Save the Children Western Branch. Etupio said the training will be extended to teachers from Shortland Islands and Rendova in the coming weeks. Photo credit: Ben Bilua For feedback, contact: maetuana777@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
由本·比卢亚报道 来自西部省受飓风影响学校的教师正在吉佐接受心理健康和心理社会培训,以支持受热带气旋梅拉影响的学生。 此次培训是“重返校园计划”的一部分,这是由西部省卫生服务心理健康部门与救助儿童组织合作开展的飓风恢复倡议。 西部省卫生服务心理健康服务协调员迈克尔·伊朗戈诺表示,培训的重点是帮助教师理解灾后影响儿童的心理健康和心理社会问题。 他说,培训将使教师具备识别经历过热带气旋梅拉创伤的儿童的警示信号的知识,并提供适当的支持。 “在任何事件或灾难中,人们都会受到创伤,尤其是儿童。当我们受到创伤时,我们的身心健康就会受到影响。对于儿童来说,他们在学校的学习将受到影响。 “因此,这次培训旨在帮助教师识别需要关注的问题,并寻求进一步的支持,”伊朗戈诺说。 他说,教师还将了解西部省内可用的心理健康服务和支持网络,以便能够将需要进一步帮助的儿童和家庭转介。 伊朗戈诺表示,培训的另一个组成部分是“重返校园计划”,该计划为教师和社区提供关于灾后学校何时应重新开放的指导。 “教师将被介绍如何在重新开放学校之前处理儿童的标准,”他说。 伊朗戈诺表示,热带气旋梅拉是影响西部省的重大灾害之一,因此教师掌握心理健康和心理社会支持的基本知识和技能显得尤为重要。 与此同时,威利·埃图皮奥表示,这次培训对于提升教师的能力,以帮助学校在飓风后恢复正常至关重要。 埃图皮奥表示,目标是将教师聚集在一起,建立对热带气旋梅拉后影响学校和社区情况的基本理解。 他说,教师的反馈将帮助技术团队识别在心理健康方面需要额外知识和技能的领域。 “因此,目的是与技术团队、心理健康部门合作,提供内容并对教师进行培训,”埃图皮奥说。 “在教育方面,我们希望尽快让这些学生恢复正常。这也可以扩展到家长和社区。” 他说,该计划由联合国儿童基金会资助,并由西部省教育部门与西部省卫生服务心理健康部门和救助儿童西部分支合作实施。 埃图皮奥表示,培训将在未来几周扩展到短兰群岛和伦多瓦的教师。 照片来源:本·比卢亚 如有反馈,请联系:maetuana777@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY NED GAGAHE STUDENTS of St Mary Tanagai Community High School (CHS) have been challenged to find their voices, speak with courage and use their voices to address issues affecting their school and communities. School Principal James Mepobu made the call during the school’s annual speech contest at the school hall on Friday, September 25, held under the theme “Our Voice is Our Future”. Mr Mepobu said the speech contest was more than a competition, describing it as an important platform for students to develop English language and public speaking skills. He said the ability to speak confidently was important both inside and outside the classroom. “English is an international language in our country. It is commonly used to disseminate information in schools and at workplaces,” he said. Mr Mepobu said speech contests helped students improve their writing, reading, listening and speaking skills while also building confidence in public speaking. He said the theme challenged an old perception that children should simply be seen and not heard. “For a long time, many people thought that children should be seen and not heard. That students should only listen. But today, we are changing this perception,” he said. “Our voice is not just noise, but it is power.” Mr Mepobu said students’ voices represented their identity, responsibility and future. He said speaking about issues such as culture allowed students to express who they were, while remaining silent in the face of problems would not bring change. “If we see bullying in school, if we see our environment polluted, if we see our community facing problems, we cannot remain silent,” he said. “We must speak.” He also reminded students that the future leaders of Solomon Islands were already sitting in the school hall. “The future leaders of this nation are sitting in this hall right now,” he said. Mr Mepobu encouraged contestants to speak from the heart, inspire their peers and not be discouraged if they did not receive a prize. He said nervousness was normal for beginners and urged students to use the experience to improve their public speaking. Mr Mepobu thanked the English department teachers for their support in preparing the contestants and congratulated all participating students. He ended his message with a direct challenge to the wider student body. “Nobody else can speak for you. If you don’t use your voice, you lose your power,” he said. [Photo Caption: School Principal James Mepobu delivers his remarks during the school’s annual speech contest at the school hall on Friday, September 25. Photo credit: Ned Gagahe.]
作者:内德·加加赫 圣玛丽塔纳盖社区高中(St Mary Tanagai Community High School, CHS)的学生们被挑战去找到自己的声音,勇敢发言,并利用他们的声音来解决影响学校和社区的问题。 校长詹姆斯·梅波布(James Mepobu)在9月25日星期五于学校礼堂举行的年度演讲比赛上发出了这一号召,比赛的主题是“我们的声音是我们的未来”。 梅波布校长表示,演讲比赛不仅仅是一次竞争,他将其描述为一个重要的平台,让学生们发展英语语言和公众演讲技能。 他说,自信地发言在课堂内外都很重要。 “英语是我们国家的国际语言。它通常用于学校和工作场所的信息传播,”他说。 梅波布校长表示,演讲比赛帮助学生提高写作、阅读、听力和口语技能,同时也增强了他们的公众演讲信心。 他说,这个主题挑战了一个旧观念,即孩子们应该只是被看见而不被听见。 “很长一段时间以来,许多人认为孩子们应该被看见而不被听见。学生们只应该倾听。但今天,我们正在改变这种看法,”他说。 “我们的声音不仅仅是噪音,而是力量。” 梅波布校长表示,学生们的声音代表了他们的身份、责任和未来。 他说,谈论文化等问题让学生能够表达他们是谁,而在问题面前保持沉默不会带来改变。 “如果我们看到学校里的欺凌,如果我们看到环境被污染,如果我们看到我们的社区面临问题,我们不能保持沉默,”他说。 “我们必须发声。” 他还提醒学生,所罗门群岛的未来领导者们已经坐在学校礼堂里。 “这个国家的未来领导者们现在就坐在这个礼堂里,”他说。 梅波布校长鼓励参赛者们发自内心地发言,激励同龄人,并且如果没有获得奖项也不要气馁。 他说,紧张是初学者的正常反应,并鼓励学生利用这次经历来提高他们的公众演讲能力。 梅波布校长感谢英语系的老师们在准备参赛者方面的支持,并祝贺所有参与的学生。 他以对更广泛学生群体的直接挑战结束了他的讲话。 “没有人可以替你发声。如果你不使用你的声音,你就失去了你的力量,”他说。 [照片说明:校长詹姆斯·梅波布在9月25日星期五的学校年度演讲比赛上发表讲话。照片来源:内德·加加赫。]