Pacific Society for Reproductive Health (PSRH)

30/11/2025

28/11/2025

Honouring a Pacific Advocate: Professor Tim Draycott

With deep sadness, the Pacific Society for Reproductive Health (PSRH) shares our heartfelt tribute to Professor Tim Draycott.

Tim was an extraordinary clinician, educator, and global leader whose work transformed maternity care across the world, including here in the Pacific.
Tim understood the realities of providing care in resource-limited and geographically isolated settings better than most. His combination of clinical excellence, humility, practicality, and genuine partnership made him a rare and deeply respected figure across our region.

Tim had a long-standing relationship with PSRH and with our PEMNeT programme. He championed our Pacific workforce every step of the way. His support enabled the adaptation of resources from the PROMPT Maternity Foundation for Pacific use, ensuring that our training was culturally grounded, context-appropriate, and achievable in real-world conditions. This contribution continues to shape emergency maternal care across our island nations.

Our PEMNeT team expressed it beautifully: he made us feel seen, valued, and cared for — not as a small corner of the world, but as partners with something important to offer. His kindness, humour, and the unforgettable energy he brought to our cultural nights remain among our favourite memories.

Rajat Gyaneshwar also captured Tim’s unique gift: his ability to empower Pacific nurses and doctors, build teamwork, and lift clinical capacity while keeping joy, collegiality, and respect at the heart of every interaction.

On a personal note, Tim’s advocacy extended beyond programmes — he consistently used his platform to elevate Pacific voices in international spaces. His nomination and presentation during my entry as an Honorary Fellow of the RCOG was another example of how committed he was to ensure that Pacific work, Pacific leadership, and Pacific contribution were recognised at the highest levels. That was the essence of Tim: always championing the Pacific, and always ensuring our region was represented, respected, and heard.

Tim’s loss leaves a large void — for his family, for the PROMPT Maternity Foundation, and for all who loved and learned from him. Here in the Pacific, his legacy lives on through stronger, more confident teams; safer care for women and babies; and a workforce he helped uplift with sincerity and heart.

On behalf of the PSRH Board, membership, and the wider Pacific SRH community, we honour Tim’s life, his friendship, and his extraordinary contribution to our region.

May he rest in peace.

20/11/2025

🌺 Pacific Voices at the Inaugural Western Pacific Preconception Health Conference 🌺

The inaugural Western Pacific Preconception Health Conference begins tomorrow — and we are delighted to see strong Pacific representation on the programme, with several PSRH members presenting both in person and online.

We warmly acknowledge and congratulate our Pacific presenters:
🔹 Dr Ulai Tapa Fidow (Samoa) — PSRH President
🔹 Dr Karaponi Okesene-Gafa (Aotearoa New Zealand)
🔹 Dr Nitik Ram (Fiji)
🔹 Ms Ana Thompson (Fiji)

Their contributions highlight the depth of Pacific expertise in women’s health, maternal health, NCDs, preconception care, and research that reflects the lived realities of our region. Let’s support our Pacific presenters as they take the regional stage and share their work with the Western Pacific and global community.

Fakafetai, vinaka, malo ‘aupito, kia ora — and warmest congratulations to our presenters.

If you would still like to join the conference online, last-minute registrations are open. Simply scan the QR code below:

20/11/2025

Kia orana, Talofa lava, Bula vinaka, Monin tru, and Fakaalofa lahi atu.
Our final PSRH webinar for 2025 wrapped up last night, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our members, colleagues, and Pacific partners who joined us throughout the year.
Even in a season when everyone is tired and stretched, you continued to show up. These talanoa reminded us that respectful care begins with kindness — to ourselves, to our loved ones, to our teams, and to the women we serve.
As we head into the holidays, may you find rest, gentleness, and renewed purpose.
And if you’re not yet a PSRH member, we warmly invite you to join us in 2026. https://psrh.org.nz/membership/
Thank you for journeying with us.
Mālō e lelei, Kia ora, Tenkyu tru, ‘Ofa atu, and Ngā mihi nui.

As a PSRH member, you’ll gain access to resources and opportunities designed to support your professional growth and strengthen your impact on reproductive health. Benefits include:

19/11/2025

23/10/2025

Don't Forget that the FREE Webinar is on tonight (23rd October) - Respectful Care in O&G: Changing Culture, Improving Outcomes. 8pm New Zealand time. Registration is ESSENTIAL at:

This webinar explores how everyday practices in obstetrics and gynaecology can profoundly shape outcomes for mothers and babies. Drawing on global evidence and personal experience, our speaker will highlight the harm caused by ingrained but often unquestioned practices—and how shifting attitudes a...

20/10/2025

Don't miss this weeks FREE webinar. Registration is ESENTIAL - register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8lTNGiE8Q7657isvSINZvA #/registration

20/10/2025

International Stillbirth Alliance and Monash University are looking for participants to participate in their study. If you have 10 minutes to spare and meet the criteria just scan the code and participant in this important research!

15/10/2025

Don't miss the final PSRH webinar of 2025! On November 20th, join an inspiring panel of Pacific practitioners for a discussion on Respectful Care in O&G. You'll walk away with practical strategies you can immediately use in your practice. This event is FREE, but registration is essential to secure your spot.
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20/09/2025

October Webinar is not to be missed! Attendance is FREE but registration is essential! Register at:
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