By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — “The Ship for World Youth is a peace, exchange, and solidarity immersion program to develop young leaders from around the world,” said Sylvester Francis Alonz, chief of Palau’s Division of Youth and Career Development, as Palau prepares to join the program for the first time in 2026. Palau will […]
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PPR takes a stand for Fairness, Respect, and Compliance
Koror, Palau – August 28, 2025 — On Thursday, August 28, 2025, Mr. Kevin Kirk, Attorney at Law, joined the management team at Palau Pacific Resort (PPR) for a special session on the importance of compliance, with a focus on Power Harassment (or abuse of authority). The presentation brought together Supervisors, Assistant managers, Managers, Directors, […]
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PCS and Governors Unite to launch ‘Resilient Babeldaob’
— A Nature-Based Climate Solution for Island Communities Koror, Palau – August 19, 2025 — In a landmark collaboration, the Palau Conservation Society (PCS) and the Governors Association have officially launched Resilient Babeldaob — a bold new initiative aimed at strengthening community resilience to climate change through the power of Nature-based Solutions (NbS). With support […]
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PNSB awards Siksei and Ngeremlengui State Scholarships
The Palau National Scholarship Board (PNSB) recently awarded the Masami Siksei Memorial Scholarship to Ms. Erythrina O. Ngirkelau, an outstanding continuing sophomore at the University of California – Berkeley, where she is pursuing a degree in Law. As Ms. Ngirkelau has returned to school, her mother graciously accepted the award on her behalf. Present during […]
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WCTC and PCS Celebrate Conservation Nature for Wellness
Linking Conservation to health in Aimeliik State Eco-Tour in Ngerderar Watershed Conservation Area and Ngerchebal Island a Marine Protected Area Aimeliik, Palau – August 29, 2025 – The Palau Conservation Society (PCS) proudly hosted a special Nature for Wellness eco-tour in Aimeliik State with 10 staff members from the Western Caroline Trading Company (WCTC), one […]
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The Coralassist Lab collaborates with international experts to build capacity of local workforce for coral restoration
Coral reefs around the world are experiencing severe declines due to climate change and marine heatwaves, which trigger widespread coral bleaching and mortality. While many countries are scrambling to cope with these impacts, Palau is in a unique position. Its reefs have not experienced severe mass bleaching since 1998, offering a rare opportunity to act […]