As we reflect on the success of our 7th Anniversary Dinner, the Lupus Foundation of Fiji extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made this special evening possible.
First and foremost, we thank our Chief Guest, Hon. Sashi Kiran, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, for taking the time to celebrate with us and for her commitment to greater inclusion and support for people living with lupus.
We are deeply grateful to our sponsors and corporate partners whose generosity helped make this event a reality: Fiji Water Foundation, Munro LEYS Law , Westpac Bank, Fiji National University (FNU), Three Rivers Pty Ltd, Amalgamated Telecom Holdings (ATH), Ex-BMSOG, Vodafone Fiji and FijiCare Insurance.
To our friends and families who sponsored tables from near and far, vinaka vakalevu: Teisa Moce and Dr Oripa Waqa (Armidale, NSW), Sala Tuitubou Sinusetaki (Perth, Australia), Anita and Kamlesh Singh (Sydney, Australia), Lu Korodrau (California, USA), and Kelera Vodo (Sacramento, California). Mary Chew of Sydney, Aus.
To our many local supporters and well-wishers, including Ira Komaisavai, Tu Save Seniloli, Dr Enele Tuima, Lu Vodonaivalu, Maria Waloki, Rev Sereima Lomaloma, Monica Raghwan and family, Fumie Vada and Marika, Mr and Mrs Ricketts, and so many others—thank you for your unwavering support. If we have unintentionally missed your name, please know that your contribution is deeply appreciated.
A special thank you to our media friends and supporters: Taitusi Johns for being our DJ for the evening, Talei Osborne, Naomi Pareti and Lusi Banuve for helping us share our message with the wider community. Vinaka vakalevu to our media partner Fiji Times for always MAKING LUPUS VISIBLE .
To our faithful prayer partners, Equippers Church Suva and Pastor Tiko Toganivalu, thank you for standing with us in prayer and encouragement throughout our journey.
To our church family in Suva—Apo and Asenaca, Sele and Salome—thank you for your prayers, your practical support, and for always being there to help with venue setup and the heavy lifting behind the scenes.
To my son, George Lim Fung, and the MOB friends of Lawrence, thank you for your dedication, support and willingness to serve whenever called upon.
To everyone who purchased a ticket and joined us for the evening, thank you for believing in our mission and helping us continue our work of awareness, advocacy and support for lupus warriors throughout Fiji.
On behalf of Team Lupus, our Events Coordinator Ms Mereoni Gaunavinaka, our Trustees, Chair Dr Meciusela Tuicakau, Vice Chair Dr Enele Tuima, our Advisory Board Members, our Warriors Coordinator & Board Member -Mrs Rani Hassan , and all our lupus warriors and families, we extend our deepest gratitude.
Your kindness, generosity and belief in our cause continue to inspire us. Together, we are creating greater awareness, stronger support systems, and more hope for those living with lupus.
Vinaka vakalevu and may God richly bless you all.
