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FHRI thought…

To provide a platform to compliment a new generation of human resources practitioners in alignment to global changes.

Fiji’s transition post the Independence in 1970 was to become a very Holistic and an engaged Nation that would nurture the local talent as it gains its foot in developing the Nation, thus three (3) decades down the lane on 25^th August 2005, the formation of Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI) with the aim once again – “Developing the Nation”.

Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI) was a thought in the incubator in the year 1998 – 2000 by its founders, this was when Fiji, was moving forward with the Labour Reforms, i.e. Employment Relations Act and the HASAWA.

This was also the era of “personnel management” in various organizations. The beginning saw a shift and transition from the introduction of Fiji’s National Productivity Organization (NPO), the program on Strategic Human Resources Management via the University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia. Till the 2002 – 2004, the organizations embraced Human Resources Management in the key positions to align to a global change effect.

This was also an era where productivity was thriving in the Nations development through the small to medium enterprises to large corporate organizations. There was a new wave that was transacting into Fiji’s workforce. Thus, once again the discussion around Fiji’s Leaders and Founders commenced in 2003 and 2004 in the formation of the Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI) with the vision to provide a platform to compliment a new generation of human resources practitioners in alignment to global changes.

The years of 2003 and 2004 was very challenging years for FHRI leading to its formation in August 2005. The Founders then were looking at Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) as the benchmark, given, AHRI, was formed in 1943, with its strong foot with 62 years of expertise. AHRI was formed in 1943 as the Personnel and Industrial Welfare Officers Association.

FHRI beginning…

FHRI was an idea curated over good seven (7) years before its inception. The Founders ensured that FHRI should be based on a very rich, diverse and cultural existence as an organization. We must be connected to and inherit the generational leaders on their great learning which will be passed on to the next generation decades to come.

FIJI HUMAN RESOURCES INSTITUTE (FHRI) OFFICIAL LAUNCH

The official launch of the FHRI was held on the 25th August, 2005 at the Raffles Hotel, Lami by his Excellency, the Vice President of the Republic of the Fiji Islands, Late Ratu Jone Madraiwiwi. The auspicious occasion not only marked a new chapter for HR professionals in Fiji but saw the dawn of a journey towards nurturing and developing our people to achieving their full potential.

It is often said that a Nation is reflected by its people and its leaders. As such, it is critical to develop our people and leaders in this regard as we forge towards this ever-changing global economy. We are part of the global village; therefore, the challenge would be having the right people with strong leadership skills, visionary approach, innovative and passionate to lead us as a Nation, in order to sustain our competitiveness in the Fijian human resources market.

FHRI journey…

Post the formation years, today, Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI), is proudly standing in its 19^th year. FHRI, is gearing to celebrate its 20^th year on 22^nd and 23^rd August 2025. Today, FHRI is the biggest asset base amongst its fellow 400+ human resources practitioners coming from a very diverse background and different cultures in complimenting the FHRI with a rich talent pool. FHRI strengthened its Strategic Human Resources Development via a greater engagement of its members. The unwavering commitment by the members has ensured that the FHRI continues to motivate and inspire its members in delivering par excellence performance both individually and organizationally and in the Nations Development.

FHRI Awards journey…

Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI), in the 6^th year of its existence went to implement its mission from the FHRI Charter, i.e. to establish the FHRI Awards. On 5^th November 2011, FHRI held its first Awards Night at the Warwick Fiji Resort and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LICI) being the major sponsor. FHRI received over whelming response in its first awards submission by its members and the Awards journey continued to build and develop young human resources practitioners till to date. The sustainable phase of the Awards has grown significantly over the 13 years and in 2024, FHRI Awards is going live on an online platform meeting to international standards. Today, the FHRI Awards have grown big to meet ever changing phase of the human resources development and picking up from the Founders thought and in engaging with young human resources practitioner.

Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI), is here to stay. The next few decades and decades, thereafter, will see an ever-growing historical anecdote reflecting the very core values on the foundation of the FHRI, and the best way forward would be to work as a team and get involved in the development of our nation’s most treasured resources, our people. Membership is open to any individual who has an interest in his/her personal and professional development in the field of human resources. The FHRI not only provides you the opportunity to interact with other HR practitioners, it enables you to communicate better with others who share a common interest.

In closing, we acknowledge the generous assistance and support of the Australia Human Resources Institute (AHRI). We also owe gratitude of appreciation to those who have assisted the FHRI since its inception.

FHRI growth…

FHRI’s distinctive collaboration with international human resources partners yesterday will lead to a better tomorrow. The power to make a better tomorrow will rest with human resources practitioner. The reason being that every human resource practitioner wishes to grow and their growth is part of a bigger vision and focus to build a better tomorrow. In the last two (2) decades since the inception of the Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI), significant national development took shape to build a better Fiji for the Fijians. The continuous growth of Fiji is an attribute to a young Nation. Today, as human resources practitioners, irrespective of the roles, we are playing and contributing towards that growth by being part of the Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI).

FHRI was there once, FHRI is here now and FHRI wishes to be there tomorrow.

Let us prepare on a journey and an experience on:

How to lift growth today by using all the available tools more effectively and efficiently;
How to lift growth tomorrow and present a new unexceptional; and
How to work as Human Resources Vuvale to strengthen the architecture of the next few decades to foster development and make growth more inclusive and sustainable.