History of Fiji Girl Guides

The first Guide company was started in Levuka in 1924 by a Methodist missionary.

 

In 1926 this group of Guides participated in a parade in Suva in honour of a royal visit, and as a result of this public appearance, the first Toorak Company was formed in Suva.

 

By 1928 more companies and a Brownie pack had been established in Suva, and all companies had been registered with the Guide Association (UK).

 

In September 1930 the Girl Guides Association of Fiji was formed.

 

In 1942 the activities of the growing organization were suspended when Fiji became a military base and schools were used for military purposes.

 

At the end of the Second World War, Guiding was re-established.

 

Over the years, trainers and other experienced personnel from the Guide Association (UK) have visited Fiji to assist the Association in the development of its programme, and the implementation of its training strategy.

 

In 1980 the Guide Association (UK) signed a Deed of Transfer giving the Fiji Girl Guides Association self-government in all areas of work.

Vision

An organisation that encourages character-building and supports the voice of girls and young women to influence issues that affect their lives, environment and build a better and peaceful community.

Mission

Our Mission is to facilitate the development of character of young girls and women, to actualise their potentials so that they can be responsible to their needs, the needs of others and serve their communities better.

Organisation Structure

Patron

Madam Emily Lalabalavu

First Lady of Fiji

Board 

Sera Saladuadua

Chairperson

Mele Rakai 

Legal Advisor

Adimaibole Waqainabete

Financial Advisor

Vacant

Youth Commissioner

Amelia Batirerega

Asst Youth Commissioner

Angie Druavesi

Inclusive Commissioner

Priya Chand

Asst Inclusive Commissioner

Gina Rigamoto

Executive Secretary

National Office Staff

Caroline Fisher

Office Manager

Gina Rigamoto

Corporate Services

Alisi Dabilaka

Programs / Act. CC

Grace Saladuadua 

Membership / Media

Rebecca Yabakivou

Finance / Projects

International Affiliation

Fiji Girl Guides Association is a Member Organisation (MO) of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS), the largest voluntary movement dedicated to educating and empowering girls and young women in the world.

 

It is a diverse Movement representing 11.2 million girls and young women from 153 countries.

 

For more than 100 years Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting has transformed the lives of girls and young women worldwide, supporting and empowering them to achieve their fullest potential and become responsible citizens of the world.

 

WAGGGS programmes are delivered in five Regions: Africa, Arab, Asia Pacific, Europe and Western Hemisphere.

 

We also hold advocacy and leadership events at our five World Centres: Our Chalet in Switzerland, Sangam in India, Pax Lodge in the UK, Our Cabaña in Mexico and Kusafiri, our World Centre travelling around Africa.

 

Through our global programmes, girls from all over the world come together to learn new skills, share their international experiences and form lifelong friendships.

Let's communicate

Phone:

+679 3300 980

Email:

office@girlguidefiji.org

2025

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