AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTraditional Knowledge: A Cook Islands tour bringing together Australian First Nations experts and local knowledge holders is exploring how cultural practices can support climate resilience, food security and care for land and sea. Women’s Safety: Punanga Turuturu Vaine is urging stronger laws, better-funded survivor services and improved legal aid for gender-based violence; UN reviewers also called for a national women’s action plan and measures to prevent online abuse. Youth on the World Stage: The Cook Islands beach handball squad has arrived in Senegal for the Dakar Youth Olympics. The country’s under-15 footballers also celebrated a landmark first win at the global tournament, beating St Lucia 2–1. Cultural Heritage: Traditional leaders and the Te Ipukarea Society are working to protect Maungaroa Valley, where archaeological remains and oral histories preserve Puaikura’s past. Community Traditions: Families gathered for Turama, cleaning and decorating graves with flowers and lights to remember loved ones.
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