Taina Basiyalo 
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The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre has stepped up to support the Suva Women’s Volleyball team with funding in the lead-up to the Pacific Mini Games.
A formal handover of a $20,000 sponsorship was made by Coordinator Shamima Ali to support Suva’s indoor and beach volleyball women’s teams for the upcoming Games.
Ali noted that over the past decade, the FWCC has increasingly been approached by national sporting federations seeking financial assistance to support participation in sanctioned tournaments—particularly to cover levies and essential preparation costs such as training equipment, recovery sessions, and other related needs.
The FWCC’s continued support highlights its broader mission to promote gender equality and empower women and girls in all sectors of society, including sport.
Meanwhile, Suva Volleyball Association Vice President Semaima Lagilagi acknowledged the 16-year partnership with the FWCC, crediting the collaboration for enabling many women athletes to pursue sporting excellence at the regional level.
The Pacific Mini Games will be held in Palau from June 29 to July 9.
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