1985 – 2024 | 39 years of public service
Bellarmine
Saimon Ioannis
Rooted in our values. Ready for our future.
Wahu Mehlel Papah
Three pillars of leadership
Wahu — Respect
Listen first. Respect for elders, culture, youth, and every municipality. Leadership is not a title but a responsibility to serve.
Mehlel — Truth
Tell the truth even when difficult. Verifiable public records over promises. Transparency in governance, budgeting, and representation.
Papah — Humility
Serve with humility and accountability. From Xavier classroom to UN management, stay rooted while negotiating internationally.
A lifetime of public service
Every role below is a matter of public record, from local classrooms and courts to the national government and the United Nations.
- 1985–1987Xavier High School — Teacher and Dean of Students
Teacher and Dean of Students at Xavier High School, Chuuk, mentoring Micronesia's next generation of leaders.
- 1987–1993Pohnpei Supreme Court — Court Counselor and Appellate Clerk
Strengthening judicial administration and access to justice as Court Counselor and Appellate Clerk.
- 1993–2000FSM National Government — Assistant Secretary and Registrar of Corporations
Seven years overseeing the national business registry and legal compliance frameworks.
- 1997Acting Secretary, FSM Department of Justice
Appointed Acting Secretary under Acting President Jacob Nena. Nominated to the FSM Social Security Administration Board, confirming fiscal stewardship and legal expertise.
- Before 2000Concurrent boards: PUC, MLSC, FSM SSA
Served at the same time on the Pohnpei Utilities Corporation, Micronesian Legal Services Corporation, and FSM Social Security Administration boards — rare cross-sector governance experience.
- 2000–2024United Nations — nearly 24 years
HR Officer, Desk Officer, Policy Officer and finally Officer-in-Charge in the Department of Management for appointments of officials at ASG and USG levels in the UN common system. Young Professional Program 1994, entered the UN system 2000. Served in multiple duty stations supporting sustainable development and public administration reforms.
- 1985–2024About 39 years of total public service
An unbroken record of service across local, national, and international institutions.
What I will work for
Climate and food
Resilient infrastructure, clean water, sustainable fisheries, and land-use planning grounded in Pohnpeian stewardship.
Youth and education
Keep our youth home through skills, Xavier-to-university pathways, and transparent job access — not migration by necessity.
Governance and cost
Fiscal discipline from SSA board and UN management — lower living costs, audit compliance, small business registry reform.
Public office is public service
Ihioang,
I seek your support because I believe our future must be built on the values that define us: Wahu, Mehlel, Papah — Respect, Truth, and Service.
Public office is not a privilege to be claimed, but a responsibility to be lived. When Jesus washed the feet of His disciples, He showed us that true leadership is not measured by power, but by service.
Today, Pohnpei stands at a defining moment. Together, we can build a future founded on three pillars of progress: Dignity for every citizen, Resilience for every community, and Service above self. These are the principles that strengthen families, unite communities, and move nations forward.
I do not seek office for personal recognition. I seek the opportunity to serve, to listen, and to work alongside our people to create greater opportunities for our youth, protect our environment, preserve our culture, and secure a brighter future for generations to come.
Let us move forward together with faith in God, confidence in our people, and hope in what we can achieve as one.
Rooted in our values.
Building our future through Dignity, Resilience, and Service.
I humbly ask for your trust, your support, and your vote.
Together, let us rise with dignity, endure with resilience, and serve with purpose. I know it would not be easy but do not shrink from it. I welcome the challenge.
Kalanan lap and may God bless Pohnpei/FSM and its people.
Ni Wahu,Bellarmine Ioannis
Candidate for Congress-at-Large, Pohnpei State
Vote for experience
Choose proven experience over empty promises.
Vote Bellarmine Saimon Ioannis
39 years of public service, from 1985 to 2024. Teacher, court counselor, national government official, and United Nations officer — a proven record ready to serve all of Pohnpei.
Vote Bellarmine Saimon Ioannis
1985–1987 Xavier. 1987–1993 Court Counselor. 1993–2000 Assistant Secretary and Registrar. 1997 Acting Secretary of Justice. 2000–2024 UN HR and Policy, Officer-in-Charge for ASG/USG appointments.
All of Pohnpei
Sokehs, Nett, U, Kitti, Madolenihmw, Kolonia, Mokil, Kapingamarangi, Nukuoro, Pingelap, Ngatik, and Pohnpeians living in the US — we are one Pohnpei. Vote, and make your voice heard. Thank you!
- Respect, truth, humility
- Verifiable record 1985–2024
- A bridge between the UN, FSM, and Pohnpei
Pohnpei, our home
How to vote on March 2, 2027
Public announcements for the FSM General Election. Whether you are home in Pohnpei, working at sea, or living abroad, make sure your vote is counted.
Absentee ballot request forms are now available
For voters who will be away from their polling place on Election Day
Absentee ballot request forms are now available
For voters who will be away from their polling place on Election DayIhioang, kaselelioa maingko!
As we prepare for the March 2, 2027 FSM General Election, every citizen — whether living here at home, working at sea, studying abroad, or supporting family from overseas — deserves the chance to vote.
The official Absentee Ballot Request Form is now available for printing and submission. If you'll be away from your polling place on Election Day, this is your opportunity to make sure your vote is counted.
How to request your absentee ballot
- Download the form — Application to Vote by Absentee Ballot (Form NED 001 04)
- Fill it out completely — name, municipality, address, reason, signature
- Send it to your State Election Commissioner
For Pohnpei voters:
Pohnpei National Election Commissioner
P.O. Box 1924, Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941
Phone/Fax: (691) 320 7805
Important deadlines
- By mail and SPPJanuary 21, 2027
- VAAPPFebruary 23, 2027
- Mobile polling placeMarch 1, 2027
- Travel polling placeJanuary 31 – March 1, 2027
Submit early to avoid delays. Please confirm details with the FSM National Election Office.
For our citizens abroad
Whether you're in Guam, Hawai'i, the mainland U.S., the Marshall Islands, Palau, CNMI or anywhere in the world — you remain part of our nation's story.
I know this absentee process takes away your quality time, but your voice matters. Your vote matters. Request your absentee ballot early so it reaches you on time.
Every vote strengthens our democracy
No student, no seafarer, no family member abroad should be left out. Let's make sure every eligible citizen has the chance to participate in shaping our future.
If you need help accessing or printing the form, send us a message and we will assist you.
Kalangan lap and stay engaged. Together, we move forward with dignity, unity, and purpose.
Ni wahu,Bellarmine Saimon Ioannis
for Congress At-Large, Pohnpei, FSM
Voter registration deadline
Turned 18, moved municipalities, or never registered? Register now.
Voter registration deadline
Turned 18, moved municipalities, or never registered? Register now.Kaselehlioa maingko, Pohnpei!
To vote in the March 2, 2027 FSM General Election, you must be a registered voter. If you have recently turned 18, moved to a new municipality, or have not registered before, now is the time to register.
Eligibility
- Must be an FSM citizen
- Must be 18 years or older on Election Day
- Must have resided in your municipality for at least 30 days before Election Day
- Must not be disqualified by law
How to register
- Visit your Municipal Election Office or the Pohnpei National Election Commissioner Office in Kolonia
- Bring valid ID (passport, birth certificate, or municipal ID)
- Complete the Voter Registration Form (Form NED 002) and take your oath
- Receive your Voter ID Card
Where to register in Pohnpei:
Pohnpei National Election Commissioner
P.O. Box 1924, Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941
Phone/Fax: (691) 320 7805
Municipal offices in each municipality — contact your municipal chief clerk.
Important dates
- Voter registration deadlineFebruary 19, 2027 (tentative)
- Deadline to transfer registration if you moved municipalitiesFebruary 19, 2027
- Election DayMarch 2, 2027, polls open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Check the Forms section and download the Voter Registration Form if it is available online.
Note: Please confirm exact deadlines with the FSM National Election Office and your State Election Commissioner, as dates may be updated. Early registration is encouraged to avoid last-minute lines.
Kalangan lap, register early, and make your voice heard.
Ni wahu,Bellarmine Saimon Ioannis
for Congress At-Large, Pohnpei, FSM
Share your thoughts
This campaign is listening. Tell us what matters in your municipality — climate, youth jobs, costs, education, health. We read every message.
