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Social Justice Act 2001

FIJI ISLANDS


SOCIAL JUSTICE ACT 2001


No. 5 of 2001


I assent.


[L.S.]


J.I. ULUIVUDA
President


[24 December 2001]


AN ACT


TO IMPLEMENT THE SOCIAL JUSTICE PROVISIONS (CHAPTER 5) OF THE CONSTITUTION BY ESTABLISHING PROGRAMS OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND FOR RELATED MATTERS


ENACTED by the Parliament of the Fiji Islands-


Short title


1. This Act may be cited as the Social Justice Act 2001.


Commencement and expiry


2.-(1) This Act comes into force on a date appointed by the Minister by notice in the Gazette.


(2) This Act expires on its tenth anniversary in accordance with section 44(7) of the Constitution.


Interpretation


3.-(1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires-


"affirmative action" means State policies to assist groups or categories of persons who are disadvantaged, so as to enable them to achieve equality of access with groups or categories who are not disadvantaged;


"disadvantaged", in relation to a group or category of persons, means that the group or category does not have equality of access by virtue of the actual or supposed personal characteristics of the members of the group or category or by virtue of the location or educational level of the category or group;


"equality of access" means equality of access to education and training, to land and housing, to participation in commerce and to participation in all levels and branches of service of the State;


"program" means a program of affirmative action specified in the Schedule.


(2) For the purpose of section 44(6) of the Constitution, "the Minister" in respect of a program means the relevant Minister responsible for the administering department or other agency specified in the Schedule in respect of the program.


(3) For the avoidance of doubt, any program or measure relating to access to land and housing is not to be construed as providing equality of access to any existing rights, interest or entitlement to ownership of land.


Establishment of programs


4.-(1) Each of the programs specified in the Schedule is established for the purpose of section 44 of the Constitution.


(2) In the Schedule, the following terms are to be construed in accordance with section 44(2) of the Constitution, namely-


"criteria" means, if the program is for the benefit of a group, the criteria for the selection of the members of the group who will be entitled to participate in the program, as in paragraph 44(2) (d);


"goals" means the goals of the program, also as in paragraph 44(2) (a);


"means" means the means by which those persons or groups are to be assisted to achieve the goals, as in paragraph 44(2) (b);


"performance indicators" means the performance indicators for judging the efficacy of the program in achieving the goals, as in paragraph 44(2) (c);


"target group" means the persons or groups the program is intended to benefit, as in paragraph 44(2) (a).


New programs, etc.


5. The relevant Minister must seek the approval of the Cabinet-


(a) to add a new program to the Schedule;


(b) to amend, suspend or delete a program in the Schedule;


(c) to change the administering department or agency for a program;


(d) to vary the target group, goals, means, performance indicators or criteria specified in the Schedule in relation to a program;


(e) to extend a program for any specified period but is subject to the expiry of this Act.


Monitoring of programs


6. (1) In accordance with section 44(6) of the Constitution-


(a) the administering department or agency for a program must monitor the efficacy of the program by reference to the performance indicators;


(b) a relevant Minister must cause to be prepared only one annual report on all the programs under his or her responsibility on the results revealed by the monitoring.


(2) The relevant Minister must table the annual report in Parliament no later than 30th September following the year to which the report relates.


Regulations


7. (1) The Minister may make regulations to give effect to the provisions of this Act.


(2) The Minister may, by regulations, amend the Schedule.


Existing programs


8. For the avoidance of doubt, it is declared that all programs of affirmative action Schedule that were in place at the commencement of this Act comply with section 44 of the Constitution.


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SCHEDULE
(Section 4)


AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAMS


MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND NATIONAL PLANNING


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
1
Ministry of Finance and National Planning
Small Business Equity scheme
Fijians as registered under the Vola Ni Kawa Bula Rotumans as defined under the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122) Other communities
In the case of Fijians and Rotumans, the assets or annual turnover or both must not exceed $100,000 In the case of other communities, the assets or annual turnover or both must not exceed $50,000 Must comply with other Fiji Development Bank's lending requirements
To provide access to and to promote establishment of small business
Equity funds to meet the approved percentage of project cost to enable the borrower to access soft loan at a subsidised interest rate
A substantial increase in the participation in small business

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
2
Ministry of Education
Enhancement of Fijian and Rotuman Education.
Fijians and Rotuman students in government run schools. Fijian and Rotuman students in non-government schools (Committee Schools).
Must be a Government School or a Committee School
To strengthen the administrative structure of Fijian schools. Increase, modernise or upgrade school facilities. Upgrade the quality of education. Improvement of schools to deliver quality output.
Provision for finance. Provision of professional and expert advice. Provision of quality staff and quality programmes. Monitoring and supervision. Provision of quality facilities including computers and electronic equipments. Establishment of standards. Payment of fees.
Increase in the quantity and quality of Fijians and Rotumans attaining higher education. Increase in quality Fijian and Rotuman teachers (with tertiary qualifications) in schools for Fijians and Rotumans. Better academic results and excellence achieved

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
3
Ministry of Education
Program to improve education in rural areas and disadvantaged schools.
Students in neglected and poorly managed schools. Students in schools with poor or low academic achievements. Students in schools with poor and low standard facilities. Students in schools that are unattractive to well qualified teaching staff. Students in schools with proven management and administration difficulties problems.
Students of families with an annual income of not more than $8,000.
To enable the target group have access to quality education at pre-school, primary and secondary levels and tertiary education. To enable the target group to pursue excellence at all levels.
Provision of grant to school management. Provision of rural allowance and incentive allowance to teachers. Provision of facilities. Provision of posting allowance to rural schools.
Improved standards of all schools in rural and semi-urban areas with schools in better locations. Greater access to qualified teachers. Uplift general standards of educations at all levels.

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators
4
Ministry of Education
Vocational training and attainment of employable skills in and out of school.
School leavers who normally reside in rural and semi-urban areas and without formal qualifications
Person between 15-25 years of age (school leavers and youths) Early school leavers (with minimum post primary qualifications). Non-achievers from disadvantaged background Person with Disadvantaged parents or guardians (inability to pay fees, etc.)
For target group to have access to education in order to acquire employable skills (vocational skills). To enhance personal educational development. To enhance opportunity for employment. To enhance participation in economic, social and other activities. To provide opportunity and access to further education
Provision of Vocational and Technical Training. Provisional of suitable qualified teachers and other resources. Advice in Management/Administration. Fees subsidy.
Attainment of self-employment and income generating projects by graduates

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
5
Ministry of Education
Improvement of educational opportunities for studies with disabilities. (Special Education)
Students who are mentally physically and intellectually impaired
Disabled students from birth, preschool level and above (includes the blind, those with hearing defects, mentally and physically disabled)
To improve the access to education at preschool, primary, secondary and tertiary education - of disabled students.
Increase in grant level. Provision of special equipment and resources. Overseas training of special teachers. Increase teacher establishment. Build more schools which are friendly to disabled people. Develop policies prioritising special education needs.
Improve access. Improve standard of education provision in special schools. Raise standard of living of people/students with disabilities.

MINISTRY OF COMMERCE, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & INVESTMENT


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
6
Ministry of Commerce, Business Development and Investment
Small/micro enterprise development
Women, youths, disabled (mental and physical), unemployed and low-income earners
Must have ability, skills or knowledge to run or be involved in a small/micro enterprise business or project. Must have interest and desire to establish a small/micro enterprise. Must have an annual income of not exceeding $6,500 Must comply with other requirements and conditions specified by the Government or relevant agencies
Establishment and development of small/micro enterprises by economically disadvantaged groups, including women, youths, disabled, unemployed and low-income earners. Provide access to the target groups to participate successfully in economic and development activities. Establishment and development of small/micro enterprises in villages, settlements and townships.
Establishment of the National Centre for Small and Micro Enterprise Centre. Provision of finance Provision of support structure and institution conducive to development and viability of small/micro enterprises. Provision/assistance through meeting finance, marketing, technology, information and advice. Provision and facilitation of training in entrepreneurship and business management
More small/micro enterprises established. Increased participation of target group in business and commerce. Employment generated in villages, settlements and townships. Uplift standards of living of target group

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
7
Ministry of Commerce, Business Development and Investment
Increase Fijian and Rotuman participation in business.
Fijians as registered in the Vola Ni Kawa Bula Rotumans as defined under the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122)
Must have ability, skills or knowledge to run or be involved in a small/micro enterprise business or project Must show interest and desire to participate in business and commerce Must meet minimum/standard requirements of assistance offered. Must own or have a majority interest in a duly registered company or other similar entity
To promote and facilitate increased participations of Fijians and Rotumans in commerce and business. To facilitate the equitable distribution of wealth derived from government activities to the Fijians and Rotumans To assist Fijian and Rotuman business secure equitable proportion of income from government contracts etc.
Provision of training and business research and development, and pilot projects through Nation Small/Micro Enterprise Development Centre. Reservation of minimum 50% Government shares, licences, and contracts to Fijians and Rotumans
Increased participation of Fijians and Rotumans in commerce and business. More Fijians and Rotumans have share in Government owned enterprises More Fijians and Rotumans in import/export activity More Fijians and Rotumans develop and gain business acumen skills. Increased employment opportunities for the communities.

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
8
Public Service Commission
Student Loan scheme
Students of low income families
Students must he between 18 and 25 years Students must obtain admission from a local tertiary, technical or vocational training institute Annual income of both parents or guardian must not exceed $12,000 per year
Equal access to education and training
Student loan for tuition, accommodation and other allowances
Increase in the number of students accessing such loan scheme

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
9
Public Service Commission
Renting of Fijian and Rotuman owned premises by Government
Fijians registered in the Volu Ni Kawa Bula Rotumans as defined under the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122).
Must have a commercial building or other commercial property available for rent The Commercial building or other commercial property must be owned by a Provincial, or Tikina Council or the Council of Rotuma or a holding company of a tikina, province or of Rotuma There must be a Government need for office space
Assist Fijians and Rotuma through their Provinces, Tikinas & the Council of Rotuma participate in commerce
Government to rent premises on such long term rental agreement
Increase in the income of Provinces, Tikinas& Rotuma Establishment of other income generating activities through rentals Increase participation in the economic development of Provinces, Tikina and Rotuma and the nation

MINISTRY OF LANDS AND MINERAL RESOURCES


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
10
Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resource
Loan grant to purchase ancestral land now in freehold
Fijians whose ancestral land have been alienated through
Must be a landowning unit Owner of freehold land must be a willing seller Purchase price of the freehold land must be based on the market value Landowning unit must have the capacity to pay back loan grant Landowning unit must not have sufficient land available
Access to and possession of alienated ancestral land
Government to purchase ancestral land on behalf of the landowning unit through an interest free loan grant
The number of ancestral land returned to the targeted group

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
11
Prisons Department
Vocational training for serving prisoners
Serving Prisoners
Must be serving a term of imprisonment of 2 years or more Must have potential and capacity to undertake such training Must have some practical experience in the area of training Must show willingness or indication to be a law abiding member of the community upon release from prison
To provide access to training to certain class of serving prisoners for the purpose of encouraging them to be good citizens and assist them participate in gainful employment
Provision for seed fund for the purpose of farming Advisory services and assistance through the Small Business Unit and Fiji Development Bank Advisory services and assistance through the Small Business Unit and Fiji Development Bank Advisory services and assistance through Extension Unit of the Ministry responsible for Primary Industries Monitoring and coordination of agency through the Provincial/Tikina/rural advisory councils and villages or other relevant councils or authorities or other communities
Increase in integration of ex prisoners into the society Decrease in re-offending of ex prisoners Increase participation in commerce by ex prisoners

MINISTRY FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND MULTI ETHNIC AFFAIRS


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
12
Regional Development
Self Help Housing Assistance in rural areas
Fijians registered in the Vola Ni Kawa Bula. Rotumans as defined under the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122). Banaban as defined under the Banaban Settlement Act (Cap. 123)
Must live permanently in village or rural settlement housing recognised by a provincial council, the Council of Rotuma or the Rant Council of Leaders Must not possess a house Application must be endorsed by the Turaga ni Koro or Headman or other authorised persons Must contribute one-third of the approved costs.
Access to housing
Government to provide two-thirds of the approved costs of the house
Improved living conditions in rural areas and increase in number of houses built through the assistance

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
13
Multi Ethnic Affairs
Scholarship
Other communities(except Fijians and Rotumans)
Joint income of both parents or guardians must not exceed $10,000
Equal access to education and training through scholarship grant by the Government
Scholarship grant
Increase in achievement of higher education by other communities Reduce disparity between other communities
14
Multi Ethnic Affairs
Government grant for cultural training and enhancement
Other communities (except Fijians and Rotumans)
Must have performed or capable of performing cultural activities locally and internationally
Access to cultural training and enhancement
Government grant to assist Cultural Training Centres Providing cultural training activities
Increase in cultural performances by other communities

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
15
Regional Development
Self Help Projects in relation to housing and other business projects
Fijians residing in villages Citizens residing in other community settlements
Must reside in village or settlement Must have potential and capability to undertake business project or have a need for housing. Must contribute one-third of the approved costs of the project or housing Cost of project or house must be within the approved costs of the project
Access to housing or participation in income generating projects
Two-thirds Government financial assistance of the total approved costs of project or housing
Increase in better housing villages and settlements Increase in citizens residing in villages/settlements participate in income generating projects

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, SUGAR AND LAND RESETTLEMENT


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
16
Ministry of Agriculture
Acquisition and development of land for agricultural purposes
Fijian Resource Owners Landless Fijians and Rotumans and other communities
Must have the ability and potential to farm land In the case of landless persons, must not own or possess any land for farming
Access to land for agricultural purposes
Government assistance in acquiring and developing farm lands
Increase in the number of acquired or developed agricultural lands Increase in the number of settled farmers

MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND FORESTS


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
17
Department of Fisheries
Providing Fishing & Processing Licences & contracts
Fijians registered under the Vola Ni Kawa Bula Rotumans as defined under the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122)
Must have the necessary skills and experience in the relevant fishing industry activity Must be a competent business person/company
Promote participation of Fijians and Rotumans in the commercialisation of the Fishing Industry
Quota of 50% Offshore and EEZ licences and Processing licences to be reserved for Fijians and Rotumans Award of up to 50% contracts to individuals or wholly Fijian or Rotuman owned company
Increase in the number of Fijians and Rotumans participation in the Fishing Industry

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
18
Department of Forests.
Participation of resource owners in the Forest Industry
Fijians as registered in the Vola Ni Kawa Bula
Must be owners of forest resource Must demonstrate capability, skills and knowledge to participate in the Industry
Assist forest resource owners participate in the commercialisation of the forest resources
Establish tree felling groups through grant seed capital interest free loan and, capability, skills and knowledge training Participation in value added processing of the timber resource and provision for grant seed Capital interest free loan and, capability, skills and knowledge training Establishment of sawmills on outer islands and grant seed capital, interest free loan and, capability, skills and knowledge training provision
Increase involvement participation of resource owners in the forest industry

MINISTRY FOR WOMEN, SOCIAL WELFARE AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
19
Department of Social Welfare
Family Assistance Scheme
Citizens who have no income and no regular support from immediate relatives within the following group- - persons who are over 60 years - persons with disabilities - chronically ill/infirmity - deserted wives - solo parents - widows
Means test (income less expenses plus entitlement) Must produce medical certificate, birth or death certificate or court orders or other relevant evidence
Provision of adequate basic needs To relieve financial and social hardship
Cash allowances within the approved allowance per month per family Individual and family counselling Provision of emergency relief supplies (Clothing and food) Home visitation
Improvement in living standard Improve family stability Adequately meeting basic daily needs

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
20
Department of Social Welfare
Poverty Alleviation Project
Recipients of family assistance and care and protection allowance Victims of fire Ex-servicemen pensioners Street kids Ex prisoners
Supporting letter from the implementing Non-Governmental Organisations or agencies Confirmation letter ex-servicemen associations In the case of ex prisoners, a confirmation letter from the authorities or ex prisoners' association or provincial authorities, evidence that he/she has successfully completed skills training in relation to the project and a feasibility study of the project
Improve family living condition in respect to housing Assist beneficiaries have access to income generating ventures Constructive rehabilitation of street kids
Provide building materials Cash grant of up to $5,000 for income generating ventures Non-Governmental Organisations or agencies to provide support for implementation of projects
Reduction in numbers of families receiving family assistance and care protection allowances Reduction street kids Improve quality of life Increase in the targeted groups undertaking income generating projects.

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
21
Department of Social Welfare
Coordination of care and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities
Persons with physical or mental disability
Must be a "disabled person" as defined under the Fiji National Council for Disabled Persons Act 1994
Ensure that disabled persons have access to education and training, land and housing, or participate in commerce or in State services
Inclusion of disability needs at all levels of development Provide resources to achieve goals of the program Government grant to the National Council of Disabled Persons for the purposes of achieving the goals of the program
Increased employment opportunities for disabled persons Increase in recognition of contribution of persons with disabilities Increase awareness of the needs and plight of disabled persons

MINISTRY FOR TOURISM, CULTURE, HERITAGE AND CIVIL AVIATION


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
22
Ministry for Tourism
Participation in the Tourism Industry to ensure collective equality in access to commerce
Fijians as registered under the Vole Ni Kawa Bula
Fijians who have potential for development for tourism or natural resources development or interest in the commercial sector
To encourage Fijians to participate in the Tourism Industry through formation of commercial entities and other tourism projects To facilitate employment in the private commercial tourism sector at all levels Fijians to acquire shares in the resorts and hotels located on their land
Acquisition by Fijians of shares in hotels and resorts located on their lands Advisory services and assistance offered by the Government or other agencies in relation to small business Scholarships for further education, training or skills development in the Tourism Industry Capital investment and equity financial support provided by the Fiji Development Bank through subsidised interest on business loans and a small/medium business equity scheme Equity Employment Programs Access to micro-credit schemes provided by the Government and other agencies Seed Capital provided by Government to be administered a Government investment company, as a catalyst to large investment projects and equity in eco-tourism projects
Increase in Fijians participate in the tourism ventures Increase in Fijians acquiring shares in resorts and hotels located on their land Increase the number of Fijians in tourism related employment at all levels of the Tourism Industry

MINISTRY OF YOUTH, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND SPORTS


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
23
Ministry of Youths
Trade training for rural youths
Youth
Citizens who are 16 years or above Must reside in village/rural area Interested in trade training
Access to training and development of skills trade
Setting up of Trade Training School by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Trade Training Programs by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.
Improve the tradecraft skills in rural areas Increase in rural youths participating in income generating projects.
24
Ministry of Youth
Training and employment of youths into Discipline Services
Youths
Citizens who are between 18 and 25 years Qualified to be enlisted into the Fiji Police Force Special Constabulary or enlisted into the Republic of Fiji Military Forces
Train, encourage and promote discipline in youths
Recruitments programs by the Fiji Police Force and the Republic of Fiji Military Forces
Increase in employment of youths
25
Ministry of Youth
National youth service Scheme
Youths
Unemployed school leavers
Access to further training and to promote discipline
Establishment of training centres Provision for recruiting programs by responsible agencies
Increase in the numbers of employable skill in the labour force Reduction in ban drift.

MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT, HOUSING, SQUATTER SETTLEMENT AND ENVIRONMENT


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
26
Public Rental Board
Rental subsidy
Tenants of Public Rental Board
Must be a "worker" within the meaning of the Housing Act (Cap. 267)
Access to housing for certain classes of workers
Rent subsidy by the Public Rental Board
Increase in numbers of workers assisted through the program Increase in home ownership
27
Ministry of Local Government, Housing, Squatter Settlement and Environment/Housing Authority
Providing land for housing of squatters
Person squatting on any land and has vacated or has been required to vacate the land
Person must not own any land or house
Provide land and housing for squatters
Leasing of residential land (subsidised cost) Acquisition, development and upgrading of land (roads, drains, water, etc.) Government subsidy of certain percentage of development cost
Reduction in squatters More land acquired for housing of squatters

MINISTRY FOR FIJIAN AFFAIRS


NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
28
Fijian Affairs
Education scholarship
Fijians as registered in the Vola Ni Kawa Bula Rotumans as defined in the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122)
Must meet the minimum qualification requirements for entry into higher education or courses Must provide evidence of acceptance of enrolment to the relevant institution Must satisfy other conditions set by the Ministry
To provide access to education and training to enable Fijians and Rotumans have parity with other community in respect to professional and technical fields.
Provision for full or partial scholarship (Full scholarship covers tuition, establishment and allowances. Part scholarship covers tuition only)
More Fijians and Rotumans attaining professional and technical and other high educational qualifications

NO.
Administrating Ministry or Agency
Affirmative Action Programs
Targeted Persons or Groups to Benefit
Selection Criteria for Target Groups
Goals of Affirmative Action Programs
Means of Assistance
Performance Indicators of the Programs
29
Fijian Affairs/Centre for Appropriate Technology & Development
Technical and vocational training
Fijian youths as registered in the Vola Ni Kawa Bula Rotuman youths as defined in the Rotuma Act (Cap. 122)
Must reside in a village or in the Island of Rotuma Must be endorsed by the relevant provincial or tikina councils or the Council of Rotuma
Access to training to facilitate participation of youths in commerce, agriculture, aquaculture and rural based industries
Technical/vocational training courses and workshops Student placements Rural networking Community projects
Improved contribution to the development of villages Better qualifications and skills level among Fijian and Rotuman youths Greater participation by resource owners in commerce, tourism, agriculture, aquaculture, etc. Improved standards of living in Fijian and Rotuman villages

Passed by the House of Representatives this 7th day of December 2001.


Passed by the Senate this 20th day of December 2001.


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