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Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategy – Public Consultation

Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategy – Public Consultation

About the strategy

We have developed the draft Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategy which lays out a refreshed direction for delivering outcomes for Pacific communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Draft Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategy (PDF 15MB)

It focuses on strategic priority areas where we can make the greatest impact: Economic Growth, Health, Housing, Education, and Law and Order.

The Strategy builds on the foundations of Lalanga Fou and the Pacific Wellbeing Strategy, honouring past insights while tightening focus around delivery and measurable outcomes.

The Strategy presents a practical, sustainable approach that recognises the challenges of the day and identifies how to work across government to deliver better outcomes for Pacific peoples.

What the strategy focuses on

The draft strategy focuses on five priority areas where the Ministry can make the greatest difference:

  • Economic Growth – lifting Pacific economic contributions and strengthening the Pacific business sector. 
  • Health – supporting access to essential health services and promoting the health and wellbeing of Pacific families and communities.
  • Housing – supporting the supply of affordable, fit-for-purpose homes for Pacific families.
  • Education – boosting skills, employment, and investment in Pacific languages and cultures.
  • Law and Order – ensuring communities are safe and supported by investing in culturally responsive initiatives.

Why are we consulting

Previous strategies were developed in response to the priorities and conditions of their time. It’s time to re-focus on where we can make the greatest impact today, and we’re seeking your views to help shape the way forward.

Have your say

Consultation is open from 9 September to 3 October 2025.

Read the draft strategy document: Draft Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategy (PDF 15MB)

To have your say, complete: 

Forms must be submitted by 11:59pm on 3 October 2025 to be considered.

Your feedback will ensure the strategy is grounded in lived experience and best positioned to deliver real, lasting outcomes for Pacific communities in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

We have developedthe draft Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategyto guide our work over the next three years. This new strategy responds to todays challenges, aligns with the Governments priorities, and reflects the long-term aspirations of Pacific communities. It ensures the Ministry is well-positioned to support Pacific communities in the areas that matter most.

Delivering for Pacific Communities builds on the strong foundations ofLalanga Fouand thePacific Wellbeing Strategy, which captured insights from previous engagements with Pacific communities.

It shifts focus to delivery, accountability, and outcomes, while still remaining grounded in the long-term vision and values identified in earlier frameworks.

The strategy focuses on delivering tangible outcomes in key areas Pacific communities have consistently identified as priorities: economic growth, health, housing, education, Pacific languages, and law and order.  

The strategic reset is about the Ministry doing things more efficiently to deliver greater impact. It means being more targeted, using evidence to guide decisions, investing in Pacific-led solutions, and streamlining funding – all while staying grounded in Pacific values.

The strategy identifies practical levers for change, including: 

  • developing, using, and disseminating quality data and insights
  • fostering and maintaining strong relationships with Pacific communities and stakeholders
  • investing in local, Pacific-led solutions and support
  • collaborating with key government agencies to ensure policies and programmes work for Pacific communities
  • championing Pacific values in action, and
  • being future-focused and leveraging advances in technology.