Founding Memebers of Tonga Women in ICT

How it all started

TWICT began in 2018 with just seven passionate women in the ICT field, brought together by a simple cup of coffee and a shared dream to learn, serve, and uplift others. After Seluvaia Kauvaka attended PACNOG in the Solomon Islands and discovered WITSI (Women in ICT Solomon Islands), she returned home inspired and called on every ICT sister she knew to meet over coffee. That very first gathering sparked what was then called COCONECT—Coconuts Connecting through ICT. Around that table, ideas flowed freely and big dreams were born—dreams of empowering women and girls in Tonga through technology. As the years went by and the vision grew, the group evolved into Tonga Women in ICT (TWICT) to reflect a more professional identity. By 2021, TWICT officially registered as an NGO and began receiving grants to support the very dreams that started over coffee. And just like that, a movement was born—fueled by passion, sisterhood, and a belief in a better digital future for Tonga.

TWICT's Purpose

Tonga Women in ICT will foster and encourage the participation of women and girls within the Kingdom of Tonga’s ICT, STEM, Cyber Security industry and provide a voice within the male dominated industry.
Core thematic are of:
Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women and Girls in TECH, STEM & Cyber Security Projects.

Who We Are – TWICT

Tonga Women in ICT is a grassroots, women-led NGO that’s filling a critical national gap in digital literacy, cyber safety, and ICT capacity building.

We reach across all demographics – from kids to elders, urban to remote – with no other organization doing this work consistently and community-first.

Quarterly Reflections: Reset, Restart, Rephrase

At TWICT, we believe that growth and innovation flourish in a space where reflection meets action. Our quarterly reflections are an integral part of maintaining a vibrant and cohesive team.
These dedicated sessions serve as a time to:
- Strengthen team bonds through meaningful conversations and quality time together.
- Foster collaboration and align on shared goals for upcoming events and initiatives.
- Promote well-being by prioritizing mental health and creating a supportive environment.
By resetting our focus, restarting with fresh energy, and rephrasing our strategies, we continuously strive to improve and inspire positive change in the communities we serve. Together, we plan for a future that champions technology, inclusivity, and empowerment.