After six years of service, Health and Wellbeing Community Engagement team member Roy Kimisi is preparing to say goodbye to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force and Australian Federal Police Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), as he returns home to support his village community.
Roy joined the program in 2020 at just 21 years old, starting as a Q Store staff member within the logistics team. Through dedication and a strong work ethic, he quickly built a reputation as a reliable team member, laying the foundation for his transition into community engagement.
As RAPPP evolved, Roy moved into the Health and Wellbeing Community Engagement team, where he discovered a passion for working directly with communities and delivering awareness programs across Solomon Islands.
Over the years, Roy contributed to a range of initiatives, including cyber safety awareness with the Ministry of Communication and Aviation, the “Beware, Take Care” school program alongside the RSIPF National Crime Prevention Department, and drug awareness activities through the Copen Drug Awareness Program.
His commitment was recognised in 2023, when he became the first recipient of RAPPP’s Employee of the Quarter award at just 24 years old.
Reflecting on his time with RAPPP, Roy said the experience had shaped both his professional and personal growth.
“RAPPP has helped me build confidence, leadership skills and a passion for working with communities. I’ve learned so much from the people around me, and I want to take those lessons back to support and give back to my community,” he said.
Roy credits much of his development to the mentors he worked alongside during the program.
“I look up to RAPPP Advisor Kevin Shaw and aspire to carry forward the qualities of his leadership in my own role within my community,” Roy said.
“My Team Leader Kristina’s leadership has inspired me and helped me grow both professionally and personally.”
Looking back, Roy is proud of how far he has come — from working in logistics to travelling across the country, engaging with communities, and helping deliver programs that promote safety, wellbeing and awareness.
As he prepares for his final day with RAPPP on 12 June 2026, Roy leaves not only with valuable experience, but with a clear sense of purpose for the future.
He plans to use the skills and knowledge he has gained to support young people and continue community awareness activities in his home village.
Acting RAPPP Commander Kylie Walsh said Roy’s journey reflects the strength and impact of the partnership.
“Roy represents the positive impact of locally engaged staff within RAPPP. His growth, dedication and commitment to community engagement highlight how the partnership is building capability that continues to benefit Solomon Islands communities well beyond the program,” Acting Commander Walsh said.
While Roy’s time with RAPPP is coming to an end, the skills, values and relationships he has built over the past six years will continue to guide him as he takes on this next chapter — serving his community and contributing to a safer, stronger Solomon Islands.
