Marshall Islands' Neilani Ackley Participates in Pacific Women Leaders in Tennis Program in Papua New Guinea
Neilani Ackley from the Marshall Islands is participating in the 2025-26 Pacific Women Leaders in Tennis Program. The regional leadership initiative, supported by the Australian Government, commenced its workshops in Papua New Guinea, focusing on empowering women in tennis administration and leadership across eight Pacific nations.
Marshall Islands Celebrates Major Seabird and Forest Recovery After Invasive Rat Eradication
Following the successful removal of invasive rats in 2024, Bikar Atoll and Jemo Islet in the Marshall Islands are experiencing a dramatic ecological rebound. Native forests are regenerating, and seabird populations, including a thriving colony of Sooty Terns, are returning, restoring vital ecosystem functions and enhancing climate resilience.