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Pacific leadership capability highlighted in Queen’s Birthday Honours

1 June 2020

The 2020 Queen’s Birthday Honours is a showcase of Pacific people’s leadership capability in Aotearoa.
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Recognising Pacific youth as a diverse and ever-changing group

1 June 2020

Leorida Peters jumped at the chance to join Kau Tulī, as she saw it as a prime opportunity for Pacific youth voices to be heard at a policy level.
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Language and culture critical in 21st Century

26 May 2020

Established in 2010, Samoa Language Week is a greatly anticipated event on New Zealand’s cultural calendar.
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Revaluing, reclaiming, and reconnecting with the Samoan language

26 May 2020

Samoa Language Week presents the opportunity for individuals to revalue, reclaim and reconnect with their heritage, while ensuring their cultural identity is secure as Samoans living in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Growing demand for what Pacific people bring to the table

24 May 2020

Made up of six young Pacific leaders hailing from around New Zealand, Kau Tulī plays a key role in representing Pacific young people by claiming a seat at the table to help influence…
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COVID-19 ignites creative spark for Author

24 May 2020

After the initial shock of the COVID-19 lockdown and what it would mean for her family unit, Author and Educator Dahlia Malaeulu says the period ended up providing the perfect…
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COVID-19 impacts Samoa Language Week journey

24 May 2020

From May 24-30, New Zealand – and further afield - will embrace and celebrate the third most spoken language in Aotearoa with Samoa Language Week.
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Ministry of Culture and Heritage helps media stay on top of its game

21 May 2020

The media fills multiple roles in society, including providing information from various news sources and organisations, as an entertainment source and a way to educate individuals.
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Supporting Pacific Peoples through a COVID-19 recovery plan

17 May 2020

The New Zealand Government is backing the country’s Pacific communities with a $195 million package to support their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Kau Tulī representative envisages thriving Pacific young people

17 May 2020

Made up of six young Pacific leaders hailing from around New Zealand, Kau Tulī plays a key role in representing Pacific young people by claiming a seat at the table to help influence…
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A united and strong Pacific Christchurch

17 May 2020

COVID-19 has presented many daily challenges for Pacific people in Aotearoa over the past few months.
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Support of Rotuman language unique in New Zealand

17 May 2020

According to Rako Pasefika Artistic Director Letila Mitchell, New Zealand’s commitment to the Rotuman language is unique.
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