Mental health champion Lionel Rogers is a counsellor with Fiji Corrections Service.
He is also the president and regional trainer for Youth Champs 4 Mental Health, a non profit organisation that lobbies against the stigma of suicide and mental health issues.
Mr Rogers was awarded Point of Light recognition by HRH Queen Elizabeth II, for his volunteer efforts in the field of mental health.
The former Marist Brothers High School student was raised in Lami, and has travelled the world quite extensively.
He has spent the past 10 years collecting pet snakes, cats and dogs.
Mr Rogers also has a soft spot for woven handicraft.
Rivers Fiji – Upper Navua river rafting. Source: https://fijitours.deals/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/rivers-fiji-upper-navua-river-rafting-4.jpg
What Is One Place In Fiji You Would Take Friends To?
Upper Navua River, Namosi.
You can either go river tubing or white water rafting.
The scenery is breathtaking and you will leave the spot feeling rejuvenated and absolutely blissful.
Namosi is paradise.
Breakfast at the Copra Shed and a beautiful sunset ends another day in Savusavu. Source: FaceBook
What Are Some Of Your Favourite Spots For A Coffee Or Pie?
The Galley, Royal Suva Yacht Club, Walu Bay.
It serves fresh coffee and a range of pastries.
It is a peaceful place for a bite.
When I’m in the North, breakfast at Copra Shed, in Savusavu, is a must.
What Is Your Favourite Backyard Spot?
Nukuwatu, my hometown beach.
It may not be the best in the world, but it sure does the trick for self-care and reflection.
An island in the Lau group.
What Is One Place In Fiji On Your Bucket List, And Why?
Lau group of islands has been on my mind for the longest time.
The pristine blue lagoon, the lobster breakfast, and the handicraft, are just a few of many reasons behind the decision.
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