After six years of service with the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and the RSIPF–Australian Federal Police Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), community engagement officer Roy Kimisi is preparing to return home to support his village community.
Kimisi joined the partnership in 2020 at the age of 21 as a Q Store staff member within the logistics team.
Through dedication and a strong work ethic, he quickly earned a reputation as a dependable team member, paving the way for a transition into community engagement work.
As RAPPP expanded its programs, Kimisi moved into the Health and Wellbeing Community Engagement Team, where he discovered a passion for working directly with communities and delivering awareness programs across the country.
Over the years, he played a key role in a range of initiatives, including cyber safety awareness campaigns conducted in partnership with the Ministry of Communication and Aviation, the “Beware, Take Care” school program alongside the RSIPF National Crime Prevention Department, and drug awareness activities under the Copen Drug Awareness Program.
His commitment and contributions were recognised in 2023 when he became the first recipient of RAPPP’s Employee of the Quarter award at just 24 years of age.
Reflecting on his journey, Kimisi said his time with RAPPP had helped shape both his professional career and personal development.
“RAPPP has helped me build confidence, leadership skills and a passion for working with communities,” he said.
“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.”
Kimisi said the mentors he worked alongside throughout the program played an important role in his growth.
“I look up to RAPPP adviser Kevin Shaw and aspire to carry forward the qualities of his leadership in my own role within my community,” he said.
“My team leader, Kristina, has inspired me and helped me grow both professionally and personally.”
Looking back on his six years with the partnership, Kimisi said he was proud of how far he had come – from working in logistics to travelling throughout Solomon Islands, engaging with communities and helping deliver programs aimed at promoting safety, wellbeing and public awareness.
Kimisi’s final day with RAPPP will be on June 12, 2026. As he prepares to leave, he says he does so with a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to serving others.
He plans to use the skills and experience gained during his time with the partnership to support young people and continue community awareness activities in his home village.
Acting RAPPP Commander Kylie Walsh said Kimisi’s journey reflected the value and impact of the partnership’s investment in local staff.
“Roy represents the positive impact of locally engaged staff within RAPPP,” Walsh said.
“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.”
While his time with RAPPP may be ending, Kimisi leaves with skills, experience and relationships that will continue to guide him as he embarks on the next chapter of his life – serving his community and contributing to a safer and stronger Solomon Islands.
Source: RSIPF & AFP Police Partnership Program
