1.7K views · 76 reactions | As Bougainville inches towards independence, the women on the island are pushing to ensure their voices keep being heard. Unlike most of its neighbours, the aspiring nation has a long history of having women in charge -- they own most of the land and make most of the community decisions. These widows of war want to turn their matriarchal roles into positions in parliament. | ABC Pacific | Facebook
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1.7K views · 76 reactions | As Bougainville inches towards independence, the women on the island are pushing to ensure their voices keep being heard. Unlike most of its
ABC Pacific. . As Bougainville inches towards independence, the women on the island are pushing to ensure their voices keep being heard. Unlike most of its neighbours, the aspiring nation has a long history of having women in charge -- they own most of the land and make most of the community decisions. These widows of war want to turn their ...
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