Developing and enhancing the quality of leaders in Fiji.
The Leadership Fiji initiative is aimed specifically at assisting our emerging leaders to cope with demands of the ever-changing world so that Fiji reaches its full potential in the widest sense. We are an independent, non-partisan, non-aligned entity. The Leadership Fiji Program allows members to explore their own values, philosophies, prejudices and beliefs through a variety of issues offered by the program; provides close interaction with Fiji Island leaders in fields such as the private sector, non-governmental organizations, government ministries, youth and faith based organizations.
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PRESS RELEASE: Holiday Inn Suva Renews Strategic Partnership with Leadership Fiji
Tuesday 4th August, Suva:
Holiday Inn Suva has renewed its strategic partnership with Leadership Fiji, continuing as the official venue partner for their 2026 Executive Leadership Program. This collaboration reaffirms Holiday Inn Suva's dedication to leadership development in Fiji, providing a professional and centrally located space for the Executive Leadership Program's key events while supporting the continued development of leaders across Fiji.
This partnership renewal is especially significant in Leadership Fiji's 25th Anniversary year. Since the partnership began, Holiday Inn Suva has played an important role in supporting Leadership Fiji as a central meeting place for its program participants, alumni and partners.
Mohammed Feroz, General Manager of Holiday Inn Suva, shared: “At Holiday Inn Suva, this partnership is more than providing a venue - it is an investment in the people shaping the future of Fiji’s organizations, communities and economy.
Guided by IHG Hotels & Resorts’ core purpose, ‘True Hospitality for Good’, and our sustainable initiative, ‘Journey to Tomorrow’, we are proud to provide an environment where leaders can connect, challenge their thinking and strengthen their ability to lead with purpose.”
As Leadership Fiji celebrates 25 years, Holiday Inn Suva remains committed to supporting the Executive Leadership Program and contributing to a strong, resilient leadership pipeline for Fiji.”
Leadership Fiji is an independent, non-partisan, non-aligned entity that has been in operation for 25 years, with a network of over 600 alumni, and has continued to grow over the years, with a vision to establish a Leadership Centre for Fiji and the Pacific and to expand its programs across all levels of society.
Sharyne Fong, Chief Executive Officer of Leadership Fiji, acknowledged the partnership stating: "Holiday Inn Suva's ongoing support throughout the years has allowed us to facilitate spaces where leaders can engage and develop. As we mark 25 years of Leadership Fiji, we are especially grateful for partnerships such as this, which highlight Holiday Inn Suva's commitment and belief in our vision to develop and enhance the quality of leaders in Fiji."
The FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels, comprising InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Grand Pacific Hotel Suva and Holiday Inn Suva, have also collectively supported Leadership Fiji’s Executive Leadership Programme since its inception in 2024, as well as its one-day leadership workshop, Leading with Impact.
Photo Caption (L-R): Shivani Sharma, Program Coordinator, Leadership Fiji; Kevin Sinclair (LF-ELP2026), Executive Chef, Holiday Inn Suva; Jackie Verma (LF2023), Hotel Services Manager, Holiday Inn Suva; Sharyne Fong, Chief Executive Officer, Leadership Fiji
25th Anniversary Reflections!
Read The Fiji Times every Saturday. Here is their article on Dr Ricky Ram of Savusavu Dental Centre, and Alumni of our Leadership Fiji Reflective Leadership 2024 Programme for Australia Awards Alumni.
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25 years of shaping leaders for Fiji, and today we honour the voices that carried us through even the quietest seasons.
During our 20th anniversary, COVID-19 meant no big gatherings, no fanfare and no stage lights. But our Alumni still showed up with heart. They shared reflections that captured the essence of Leadership Fiji: growth, courage, connection and service.
Many of these Alumni have since moved on to new opportunities and new callings.
Isn’t it powerful that we captured their reflections back then? Here is a snapshot of who they were at the time, and their reflections of the impact that Leadership Fiji had on them.
As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we bring their words back to the fore. Their journeys continue, and so does ours.
Stay tuned as we share our Alumni stories and reflections throughout the year.
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Lailanie Burnes Viresh Chandra
LF Community Fund
Making a difference is a critical component of Leadership Fiji’s (LF) programs, as we aim to develop leaders who TAKE ACTION within the community. We firmly believe that ANYONE can lead. Since Leadership Fiji’s inception there have been many community projects carried out by our LF participants and Alumni (LFA) members, benefitting many different areas and communities in Fiji to help create a better society.
The LF Community Fund Committee which is a sub-committee of the Leadership Fiji Board was set up to receive, manage and facilitate life-changing community developments for Fiji’s communities. The Committee is run by a group of Alumni appointed initially by the Leadership Fiji Board, who have a set of guidelines that govern their role and responsibilities.
The objectives of the LF Community Fund is to:
- Receive and manage funding from organizations, donors, aid funds, past LF year groups’ and individuals to enable life-changing community developments by making a positive social impact for Fiji’s communities through the use of LFA members talent and skills to:
- Empower communities to be self-sufficient; and
- Facilitate in the development of community-based projects.
- Provide scholarships for disadvantaged developing leaders to participate in Leadership Fiji programs.
- Offer continued development opportunities for LF Alumni members.
The expectations for the LF Community Fund are that it connects Leadership Fiji, the LF Alumni and other leaders for ongoing development, reflection on issues, peer support, and connectedness to encourage one of our three pillars, i.e. Leadership Impact in Fiji’s communities. The other two pillars for Leadership Fiji are Leadership Development (LF’s core area of service and programs) and the Leadership Network (our 400+ Alumnus).
The LF Community Fund is now receiving applications for funding in the following areas; Child Development, Education, Food & Nutrition, Animal Protection, Development and Protection of Women and families, Leadership Training, Promoting Democracy, Free exchange of ideas/knowledge and Sustainable Community Environmental Projects.
If you think you have what it takes to make a difference in our community, then this opportunity might be for you. You can access the online Application Form here
*Conditions Apply
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Our Community Projects
Leadership Fiji 2012 donated $1000.00 to Save the Children Fiji (SCF) to assist children in the Western Division who were affected by the floods. As part of their community initiative under the leadership program, the group held a work-a-thon at the Nasese foreshore and part of the funds raised were donated to provide assistance towards the free lunch program coordinated by SCF.
For about a month of ongoing preparation and maintenance, LF2012 successfully completed the renovation needs for the St John’s Associations Training room as part of their community work during the year. They revamped the training room by painting, and providing plumbing works, new curtains, book shelves, noticeboards, and whiteboards. This project allowed the revamp of facilities that provides first aid training and services to thousands of citizens from all walks of life since its inception.
On 28 January 2010, AusAID presented a new vehicle to the Ministry of Health’s Community Mental Health Outreach Program for use in the Community Mental Health Outreach program at St. Giles Hospital. The vehicle helped the outreach program in its efforts to assist people living with mental health issues and to increase greater community understanding and acceptance of people living with mental illness.
Frank Hilton inspired the group when he spoke to them at a Poverty Session in 2005 and when asked the question “if there was one thing you would want to do, what would it be?” His response was “there was an urgent need to implement an early intervention training program of families and caregivers of children with disabilities”.
assistance with photos and info., bring book to selected schools in Fiji
Distributed over 140 boxes or about 7000 donated library books to Serua Island, Burebasaga District School, Lami Primary School, Lami High School, Sawani Primary School (first books for their new library), Ratu Ravuama Primary School, Namataku District School, Vatumali, Women’s Prison – prompted the setup of a small library corner for inmates.
