updates
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VEPA’s 2024 Achievements in Biodiversity and Conservation
2024 flew by with a series of excitement and challenges like the ebb and flow of tides providing the pathway of knowing that there is still a lot of work to be done. 2025 being a critical year for Tonga will see focus to increase and strengthen advocacy and outreach on a range of environmental…
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Livelihood surveys on gleaning and climate change
Gleaning is the collection of marine invertebrates within the intertidal mudflats for subsistence and small domestic markets. Gleaning is conducted mainly by women in Tonga, providing not just food source but economic support, social engagement and recreation. Women rarely are alone in the gleaning areas and often share and trade species as they glean. These…
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Vā – giving space in a cluttered world….
The concept and traditional value of Vā was a large discussion a long time ago with our dear friend and colleague, Taliu, when he developed a traditional roof for the outdoor space at VEPA, wanting to create a place where people could sit, think and refresh. (it was awesome until some heavy winds and rain…
Vava'u Environmental Protection Association (VEPA) 