The Pacific Language Week series continues to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of Pacific languages, with exciting updates for 2025 and 2026. For the first time, Bislama, the national language of Vanuatu, will be included in the series, expanding the total number of language weeks to 12.
Pacific Language Weeks play a vital role in preserving and promoting Pacific languages, ensuring they are passed down to future generations. The dates for the 2025 and 2026 celebrations are now available, helping communities and educational groups plan meaningful events and initiatives that support language preservation.
We invite all New Zealanders to participate in the Pacific Language Week Series. Learning materials, online challenges, and tutorials will be available throughout the year, alongside events that foster cultural connection and understanding.
For more information and updates, visit Pacific Language Weeks
Read the Minister's release: Promoting Pacific languages in New Zealand