Health & Community: John Margerison partnered with the Esesson Foundation to deliver Vanuatu’s biggest free health outreach this September—free general medicine, women’s health, dental and orthopaedics for 2,600+ people across 3,018 procedures, with supplies and volunteer support. Women, Water & Climate: Pacific advocates say women’s exclusion from decision-making is the root of gendered climate and water harms, urging stronger women’s voices in water decisions ahead of COP31. Media & Culture of Accountability: Pacific editors and newsroom leaders adopted the Savusavu Loss and Damage Media Forum Declaration, pledging stronger reporting on climate impacts beyond money—economic, cultural and social harm included. Regional Journalism Skills: The 8th Pacific Media Summit wrapped in Savusavu, focusing on reaching the remote with digital innovation, plus climate accountability and gender equity in leadership. Pacific Diplomacy: India-Pacific cooperation talks at UNGA81 (FIPIC) included Vanuatu’s Health Minister, with renewed focus on renewable energy, climate action, disaster resilience, education and healthcare. Sports for Rural Kids: Carnival Cruise Line donated 100 volleyballs to Vanuatu schools via the local beach volleyball network, supporting exercise workshops in rural communities. Pacific Conservation Funding: Bezos Earth Fund grants back conservation in tropical Pacific nations including Vanuatu, supporting marine protection proposals under the UN High Seas Treaty.