The Members Welfare Initiative is the part of Duavata that stands beside members and their families when life becomes difficult.
The Welfare Initiative reflects the same spirit of shared responsibility that brings members together. When one member faces a difficult moment, the wider community can help carry the load.
Structured assistance for members facing sudden financial strain, unexpected hardship or urgent circumstances that require timely support.
Support for members and immediate families during times of bereavement, including assistance with appropriate funeral-related needs.
Consideration for qualifying medical needs and recovery-related circumstances affecting members or their immediate families.
A framework that recognises the needs of families in Fiji while members are serving or working overseas.
Potential education support to help eligible members' children with qualifying school-related needs.
Support and guidance for members transitioning from service or overseas employment back into civilian life in Fiji.
Welfare support should have its own clear structure, ensuring members can understand how the fund is maintained, governed and reported.
A fixed portion of regular member contributions may be allocated to a dedicated welfare fund before the remaining contribution is directed towards investment.
The welfare fund should remain separate from property investments, unit trusts and other long-term capital projects.
The committee can report the fund balance and approved disbursements through the appropriate governance and AGM processes while respecting the privacy and dignity of members receiving support.
A simple process helps ensure that welfare requests are handled with dignity, confidentiality and appropriate committee oversight.
Reach out directly through the appropriate contact channel to explain the circumstances and the type of support required.
The request is reviewed confidentially against the applicable welfare policy, eligibility requirements and available fund balance.
Approved support is provided through the agreed process, with urgent circumstances receiving appropriate priority.
The strongest communities are not defined only by what they build when times are good, but by how they stand together when times are difficult.