Adi (title) explained

Adi (pronounced "Ahndi") is a title used by Fijian women of chiefly rank,^[1] namely female members of chiefly clans. It is the equivalent of the Ratu title used by male chiefs.^[2] It is in general use throughout most of Fiji, although on Kadavu Island, Bulou is used instead.^[3]

Notable chieftainesses

• Ateca Ganilau
• Finau Tabakaucoro
• Kavu Iloilo
• Kuini Speed
• Lalaciwa
• Laufitu Malani
• Litia Cakobau
• Litia Qionibaravi
• Litiana Maopa
• Losalini Raravuya Dovi
• Samanunu Cakobau-Talakuli
• Senimili Dyer
• Serukeirewa

Notes and References

1. Book: George, Nicole . Situating Women: Gender Politics and Circumstance in Fiji . 33 . En.
2. Book: R.renshaw, Jean . Korean Women Managers and Corporate Culture: Challenging Tradition, Choosing. 15 March 2012 . Routledge . 978-1-136-70630-1 .
3. 4496845. Publicity, Privacy, and "Happy Deaths" in Fiji. Matt. Tomlinson. 22 August 2017. American Ethnologist. 34. 4. 706–720. 10.1525/ae.2007.34.4.706.