AGP Executive Report
Last update: a minute agoIndigenous Ocean Rights: Indigenous leaders across the Pacific are pushing back on seabed mining, framing the seabed as a living cultural landscape tied to sovereignty—New Caledonia’s 50-year commercial seabed mining ban is held up as a major Indigenous-backed win. LGBTQIA+ Protections: Pride Cook Islands is calling for stronger protections and more respectful dialogue for the Anuanua family, following the passing of the Crimes (Sexual Offences) Amendment Bill 2023. Health & Women’s Services: A free cervical screening outreach is underway in Rarotonga, with clinics at Kavera today and more dates across the month to support early detection for women aged 25–65. Environment & Plastics Policy: The National Environment Service is developing a Cook Islands National Action Plan to tackle plastic pollution, aiming to cut marine waste and strengthen behaviour change and recycling systems. Language & Culture: Tauranga Vananga has announced dates for Cook Islands Māori Language Week, spotlighting reo revitalisation and community learning. Sport & Community Pride: Cook Islands women beat Afghanistan United 1-0 and 3-0 in Auckland, while local paddlers and coaches keep momentum with Te Aito and inclusion-focused sport initiatives. Governance Skills: A Legal Policy Development Course is building drafting and legislative design capability across government and private legal practitioners.
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