Pacific RegionReport finds youth employment and gender gaps in Pacific remains high The International Labour Organization's latest report has found persisting gender gaps, youth unemployment rates continues to be a concerning issue in the Pacific. Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 03 May
News'I am proud of being a rangatahi Māori and to show it to the world’UNICEF ambassador Ngārita Mckenzie is one of thousands of young people across the world championing the rights of rangatahi, and she’s urging other youth in Aotearoa to speak out on the social and environmental issues important to them.Christine RovoiTue, 23 Apr
Language & CultureGames from ‘back in the islands’ helping students reconnect to their cultureAn initiative aimed at getting kids more active is also helping to keep Pacific languages alive in South Auckland primary schools.Justin LatifFri, 19 Apr
EntertainmentInaugural 'Alofa Awards' shine spotlight on Pacific youth filmmakers in WellingtonCelebrating young talent, intergenerational storytelling, and the transformative power of Pacific narratives.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 12 Apr
SocietyPacific youth wellbeing might be improving, but challenges remainA new report shows wellbeing for Pacific youth is on the up, but as De La Salle‘s Bonquiesha Lipa shares, the teen years can also throw up a range of complex challenges. Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 28 Mar
ArtsPolyfest 2024: Another successful event reinforces importance of ongoing investmentCelebrations brought the heat, rain, politicians and pioneer performers to the South Auckland festival with sights set now on what’s next.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 27 Mar
SocietyCommission highlights the racism Pacific young people are experiencingA new report by the Mana Mokopuna Children's Young People’s Commission has revealed the stereotyping and exclusion Pacific youth are facing at school.Pacific MorningsSat, 23 Mar
HealthTalavou Village: Youth-led initiatives addressing health care problemsYOSS is a South Auckland-based group working towards accessible healthcare and social services for local youth.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 13 Mar
Society‘Their lives are chaos’: Fears govt changes will make things harder for vulnerable youthThere are concerns a government crackdown on youth crime and benefit sanctions will increase pressure on at-risk youth.Khalia StrongTue, 12 Mar
EducationWhy this South Auckland principal says recent education policy changes could hurt Pacific studentsRowandale School principal Karl Vasau reacts to government's announcement regarding curriculum changes, school property upgrades, and the free lunches initiative.Khalia StrongThu, 07 Mar