Nauru Minister for Education Charmaine Scotty has been named one of 70 Inspiring Pacific Women.
The campaign by the Pacific Community (SPC) acknowledges Pacific women who have shaped development in the Pacific region.
It marks the 70th anniversary of the Pacific Community,
Minister Scotty made history by becoming the second woman elected to Nauru’s Parliament, following in the footsteps of Ruby Dediya.
Following her election to parliament, Scotty was appointed by newly elected President Baron Waqa to serve in his administration as Minister for Home Affairs (which includes Women’s Affairs), Education, Youth, and Land Management, a position she currently holds.
As there are no political parties in Nauru, Scotty sits as an independent. There are currently only two women in the country’s 19-member parliament.
Scotty is no stranger to government. Prior to joining politics, she served as an administrator in the highest levels of public service, culminating as permanent secretary in the Ministries of Health, Home Affairs and Justice.
Photo file ABC. Caption Nauru Minister for Home Affairs, Education, Youth and Land Management, Charmaine Scotty