📣 We’re now the Centre for Democracy & Dialogue (CDD) — formerly Dialogue Fiji. Learn more →

Independent · Non-partisan · Fiji & the Pacific

Advancing Democracy,
Dialogue & Civic Participation

CDD is Fiji’s leading independent think tank and civil society organisation championing democracy, human rights, good governance, social cohesion, and inclusive civic participation.

Your voice · Your community · Your future

Bringing Fijians together for inclusive dialogue and better democratic decisions.

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17+

Years of impact

Since 2008

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120+

Dialogues held

Across Fiji

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5,000+

People engaged

Citizens & leaders

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40+

Publications

Evidence-based

Who we are

Independent. Non-partisan.
For an inclusive Fiji.

The Centre for Democracy & Dialogue (CDD) works across Fiji and the Pacific to strengthen democratic governance, protect human rights, promote social cohesion, and empower citizens to participate meaningfully in decision and policy making that shapes their lives.

We believe in a Fiji where people respect each other’s differences and share a common will to build a free, just, peaceful and inclusive nation.

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Our Mission

Create inclusive spaces for dialogue and peace-building, and develop capacities for a culture of dialogue across divides.

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Our Vision

A Fiji where people respect each other’s differences and share a common will to build a free, just, peaceful and inclusive nation.

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Our Values

Inclusiveness · Transparency · Openness · Empathy · Accountability

Areas of Work

Six focus areas, one mission

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Democracy

Strengthening democratic institutions, civic space and accountable governance.

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Human Rights

Promoting and protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms for all.

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Social Cohesion

Building inclusive communities and strengthening trust across diversity.

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Women’s Political Participation

Advancing women’s leadership and equal participation in politics.

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Youth Empowerment

Empowering youth as leaders, democracy advocates and active citizens.

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Elections

Advocating for credible elections and informed electoral participation.

Current Projects

What we’re working on

DeRISC

Strengthening democracy, human rights and social cohesion through inclusive dialogue and civic education.

DASIG-Fiji

Promoting inclusive and accountable governance through citizen engagement and oversight.

Empowering Fiji’s Women in Politics

EFWiP

Supporting women’s leadership and increasing women’s political participation.

IMPACT

Civic monitoring and accountability for human rights in Fiji.

Featured Publication

Our latest research

REPORT · 2026

National Budget 2026–2027 Public Priorities Survey

An empirical study by CDD to determine the national budget priorities of Fijians across all divisions — surveying citizens, community leaders and civil society on their fiscal priorities and expectations for the 2026–27 national budget.

CDD Research Report · 2026 · Budget & Fiscal, Democratic Governance

Latest News

From the Centre

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September 3, 2026
CDD has urged Parliament to substantially reform Fiji’s electoral laws while warning against changes that could make polling day more partisan and weaken safeguards protecting voters and ballot secrecy.
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August 25, 2026
Dialogue Fiji has rebranded as the Centre for Democracy & Dialogue (CDD), reflecting an expanded mandate focused on strengthening democracy, human rights, civic participation and accountable governance in Fiji.
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August 20, 2026
Dialogue Fiji launched two new constitutional literacy publications to help Fijians better understand the country’s constitutional frameworks and participate more meaningfully in discussions about Fiji’s constitutional future.
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