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USAID supports climate change resilience, economic growth and the safety and well-being of women and children in Samoa

Apia, Samoa – The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Pacific American Fund, has awarded US$532,608.43 to Adventist Disaster Relief Agency (ADRA) Samoa to support vulnerable families to reduce vulnerabilities to climate change and promote resilience, economic growth and the safety and well-being of women and children in Samoa. ADRA Samoa will work ... Read More»

U.S. TS Golden Bear donates to the NUS School of Maritime.

The United States Training Ship Golden Bear (TS Golden Bear) has donated navigation and communication equipment to the National University of Samoa, School of Maritime, as part of the ongoing cooperation between the United States and Samoa in the field of maritime security and education. The equipment includes life rafts, fire hose, life jackets, laptops, ... Read More»

Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Regional Workshop on Embracing Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Embracing Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights Regional Workshop. The U.S. Department of State, in partnership with Cultural Vistas, is pleased to announce that the application for the 2023 Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Embracing Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights Regional Workshop is now open. ... Read More»

USAID Awards $1.5 Million to Support Community-Based Organizations

USAID Awards $1.5 Million to Support Community-Based Organizations Addressing Climate Adaptation and Resiliency in Communities in Samoa. Apia, Samoa – The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), awarded grants worth USD $1.5 million to two organizations working to build the resilience of vulnerable populations in communities in Samoa. These grants will support ... Read More»