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Island Voices - UNDP Samoa Multi-Country Office Newsletter Quarter 2, 2026

Strengthening Pacific Democracy

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Building Resilience through Renewable Energy: The Ma’asina Story

From Ambition to Action

Stories of Impact

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Medium

Solve for Tomorrow Samoa empowers young innovators to shape Sustainable Future

By investing in youth leadership, creativity, and problem-solving, the initiative contributes to Samoa’s long-term sustainable development and supports progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Article

Samoa’s Young Innovators turn Community Challenges into Solutions through Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026

A key feature of the initiative is its contribution to the long-term financial sustainability of the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park and Niue Moana Mahu.

Press Release

Communities at the heart of $3.1 million in environmental action across Samoa

The Samoa CARES project is being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, with technical support from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries.

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Press Release

Australia's Youth Climate Champion connects with Samoan climate leaders

"... it is vital that Pacific voices, experiences and solutions are reflected in the global climate conversation. The ideas, experiences and leadership I encountered in Samoa demonstrate the important contribution Pacific communities are making to climate action and resilience."

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Press Release

Strengthening Future-Ready Governance through Foresight Policy Training

Strategic foresight helps leaders look beyond immediate challenges, identify emerging trends, and design policies that are more responsive, resilient, and future-focused.

Press Release

Samoa Environment Youth Engagement Framework 2026 - 2029

Through this Framework, participating youth will become part of the work of the Ministry through structured engagement, training, and participation across the environment sector.

What we do

The UNDP Multi-Country Office (MCO) in Samoa works closely with the governments of Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa, and Tokelau, alongside civil society and development partners, to deliver inclusive and sustainable development programmes. Our work spans key areas including democratic governance, poverty reduction and sustainable livelihoods, crisis prevention and recovery, environment and energy, and gender equality.

Our Presence in the Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa, and Tokelau

13,491

Cook Islands

Cook Islands is a Pacific leader in ocean stewardship, climate action, and digital transformation, working towards a resilient and sustainable future for all.
Population Growth: -3.41%
GDP per capita (USD): 25,651

Source: Cook Islands | Statistic for Development

1,822

Niue

Niue is building a resilient and sustainable future through climate action, renewable energy, and environmental stewardship.
Population growth: +0.39%
GDP per capita (USD): 12,252

Source: Niue | Statistics for Development Division

218,697

Samoa

Samoa is a Pacific island nation advancing climate resilience, renewable energy, and sustainable development. UNDP supports efforts to strengthen communities, protect natural resources, and promote inclusive growth.
Population growth: +0.62%
GDP per capita (USD): 4,764

Source: Samoa | Statistics for Development Division

Tokelau

Tokelau is strengthening climate resilience, digital connectivity, and sustainable development across its three atolls. UNDP supports efforts to enhance governance, adaptation, and community wellbeing.
Population growth: +4.36%
GDP per capita (USD): 4,962

Source: Tokelau | Statistics for Development Division

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