Patronus: Rabbit. I took a Buzz-feed quiz once to find out. I like that it was described as having a gentle soul so I’ve decided to keep my patronus as a rabbit.

Favorite Quote: “Still I Rise”, Maya Angelou’s poem of the same name.

Maryann is a writer, human rights defender, poet and journalist. She has been working in the communications and public relations field for over 7 years. Maryan has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism and Law from the University of the South Pacific. Her heart has always been in the feminist and women’s rights movement. For this reason, Maryann has been involved with feminist and young women’s organizations in Fiji to promote women’s human rights and gender equality. She speaks English.