Pacific hub
This content provides various forms of consumer, whānau and community-focused health information, knowledge and resources with different Pacific perspectives for all users of the health system.
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Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022
The Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022 provides a new health system structure and accompanying accountability arrangements with the intent to protect, promote and improve the health of people in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Click here to read the Act: https://www.legislation.govt.nz/act/public/2022/0030/31.0/LMS575405.html
Resources
General resources
Ola Manuia was developed with input from Pacific communities, the health sector and relevant government agencies to provide a new direction for Pacific health and improve Pacific health and wellbeing. This plan builds on the successes of Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Pacific Health and Wellbeing 2014–2018.
- Manatū Hauora | Ministry of Health: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/ola-manuia-pacific-health-and-wellbeing-action-plan-2020-2025
’Ala Mo’ui was developed to facilitate the delivery of high-quality health services that meet the needs of Pacific peoples. This edition builds on the successes of the former plan, 'Ala Mo'ui 2010–2014.'
- Manatū Hauora | Ministry of Health: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/ala-moui-pathways-pacific-health-and-wellbeing-2014-2018
Faiva Ora sets out priority outcomes and actions to support and improve the lives of disabled Pacific people of all ages and their families.
- Manatū Hauora | Ministry of Health: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/faiva-ora-2016-2021-national-pasifika-disability-plan
Bula Sautu highlights some of the worst health care inequities in New Zealand affecting Pacific peoples and profiles providers, communities and individuals responding creatively and effectively within the constraints imposed upon them, particularly evident during the COVID-19 response, when innovation flourished.
- Kupu Taurangi Hauora o Aotearoa | Health Quality & Safety Commission: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/resources/resource-library/bula-sautu-a-window-on-quality-2021-pacific-health-in-the-year-of-covid-19-bula-sautu-he-mata-kounga-2021-hauora-pasifika-i-te-tau-covid-19/
This is a thematic analysis of feedback on the Health Quality & Safety Commission’s report, Bula Sautu – A window on quality 2021: Pacific health in the year of COVID-19.
- Kupu Taurangi Hauora o Aotearoa | Health Quality & Safety Commission: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/resources/resource-library/improving-health-outcomes-pacific-consumer-groups-talanoa-on-bula-sautu/
HealthEd provides free public health resources from Te Hiringa Hauora/Health Promotion Agency, the Ministry of Health and other health providers. These resources will help you make informed health decisions for yourself and those you care about. Below are links to resources in the following languages:
Pacific Aotearoa is about empowering Pacific communities to be at the decision-making table, driving and leading innovative solutions. The report lays a strong foundation to build upon for generations to come, with four goals:
- thriving Pacific languages, cultures and identities
- prosperous Pacific communities
- resilient and healthy Pacific peoples
- confident, thriving and resilient Pacific young people.
- Te Manatū mō Ngā Iwi o Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa | Ministry for Pacific Peoples: https://www.mpp.govt.nz/about-us/pacific-aotearoa/
Ola Manuia: Pacific Health and Wellbeing Action Plan 2020–2025
Ola Manuia was developed with input from Pacific communities, the health sector and relevant government agencies to provide a new direction for Pacific health and improve Pacific health and wellbeing. This plan builds on the successes of Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Pacific Health and Wellbeing 2014–2018.
- Manatū Hauora | Ministry of Health: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/ola-manuia-pacific-health-and-wellbeing-action-plan-2020-2025
Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Pacific Health and Wellbeing 2014–2018
’Ala Mo’ui was developed to facilitate the delivery of high-quality health services that meet the needs of Pacific peoples. This edition builds on the successes of the former plan, 'Ala Mo'ui 2010–2014.'
- Manatū Hauora | Ministry of Health: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/ala-moui-pathways-pacific-health-and-wellbeing-2014-2018
Faiva Ora 2016–2021: National Pasifika Disability Plan
Faiva Ora sets out priority outcomes and actions to support and improve the lives of disabled Pacific people of all ages and their families.
- Manatū Hauora | Ministry of Health: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/faiva-ora-2016-2021-national-pasifika-disability-plan
Bula Sautu – A window on quality 2021: Pacific health in the year of COVID-19
Bula Sautu highlights some of the worst health care inequities in New Zealand affecting Pacific peoples and profiles providers, communities and individuals responding creatively and effectively within the constraints imposed upon them, particularly evident during the COVID-19 response, when innovation flourished.
- Kupu Taurangi Hauora o Aotearoa | Health Quality & Safety Commission: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/resources/resource-library/bula-sautu-a-window-on-quality-2021-pacific-health-in-the-year-of-covid-19-bula-sautu-he-mata-kounga-2021-hauora-pasifika-i-te-tau-covid-19/
Improving health outcomes: Pacific consumer group’s talanoa on Bula Sautu
This is a thematic analysis of feedback on the Health Quality & Safety Commission’s report, Bula Sautu – A window on quality 2021: Pacific health in the year of COVID-19.
- Kupu Taurangi Hauora o Aotearoa | Health Quality & Safety Commission: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/resources/resource-library/improving-health-outcomes-pacific-consumer-groups-talanoa-on-bula-sautu/
HealthEd Resources
HealthEd provides free public health resources from Te Hiringa Hauora/Health Promotion Agency, the Ministry of Health and other health providers. These resources will help you make informed health decisions for yourself and those you care about. Below are links to resources in the following languages:
Pacific Aotearoa Lalanga Fou
Pacific Aotearoa is about empowering Pacific communities to be at the decision-making table, driving and leading innovative solutions. The report lays a strong foundation to build upon for generations to come, with four goals:
- thriving Pacific languages, cultures and identities
- prosperous Pacific communities
- resilient and healthy Pacific peoples
- confident, thriving and resilient Pacific young people.
- Te Manatū mō Ngā Iwi o Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa | Ministry for Pacific Peoples: https://www.mpp.govt.nz/about-us/pacific-aotearoa/
Cultural and learning resources
Te Tāhū Hauora is committed to its enduring priorities of embedding and enacting Te Tiriti o Waitangi and pursuing health equity.
Initially Pacific models for engagement resources were developed for use internally within our organisation to help put Pacific methodologies, frameworks and epistemologies at the centre of our thinking when considering working with our Pacific communities.
We are now making them available for the sector to use, digest, consider and implement into their engagements and co-design with Pacific communities.
The resources represent ‘bread and butter’ models that can enhance your understanding and practice. They are intended to be used with a wayfarer to guide you through their application. Please get in touch with our equity team here to discuss and unpack these resources together.
Resources
- Pacific models for engagement (all) (8MB, pdf | Web version)
- Fa’afaletui (854KB, pdf)
- Fofola e fala (238KB, pdf)
- Kakala (2MB, pdf)
- Talanoa (310KB, pdf)
- Vā (1MB, pdf)
References
Anae M. 2005. Teu le va: ‘New’ directions in thinking about doing Pacific health research in New Zealand. Paper presented at the Centre for Pacific Studies, University of Auckland Pacific Scholars Postgraduate Seminar Series.
Anae M. 2007. Teu le va: Research that could make a difference to Pasifika schooling in New Zealand. Paper commissioned by the Ministry of Education and presented at the joint NZARE/Ministry of Education symposium ‘Is your research making a difference to Pasifika education?’ in Wellington.
Havea S, Alefaio-Tugia S, Hodgetts D. 2021. Fofola e Fala ka e Talanoa e Kainga: A Tongan approach to family violence prevention and intervention. Journal of Pacific Rim Psychology 15.
Johansson Fua S. 2014. Kakala Research Framework: A Garland in Celebration of a Decade of Rethinking Education. Of Waves, Winds and Wonderful Things: A Decade of Rethinking Pacific Education. 50–60.
Tamasese K, Peteru C, Waldegrave C. 1997. Ole Taeao Afua: a qualitative investigation in Samoan perspectives on mental health and culturally appropriate services. Report for the Health Research Council of New Zealand. Wellington: The Family Centre.
Thaman KH. 1997. Kakala; A Pacific concept of teaching and learning. Paper presented at the Australian College of Education National Conference, Cairns.
Vaioleti TM. 2006. Talanoa research methodology: A developing position on Pacific research. Waikato Journal of Education 12: 21–34.
Vaioleti TM. 2011. Talanoa, manulua and founga ako: Frameworks for using enduring Tongan educational ideas for education in Aotearoa/New Zealand (Unpublished doctoral thesis). University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand.
Yavu provides guidance on how to have engagement with Pacific Peoples that is culturally responsive and sustainable. It outlines steps for effective engagement through building, nurturing and maintaining relationships. Yavu can be used to improve culturally appropriate engagement with Pacific peoples.
- Te Manatū mō Ngā Iwi o Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa | Ministry for Pacific Peoples: https://www.mpp.govt.nz/assets/Resources/Yavu-Booklet.pdf
Pacific models for engagement | Fakalofahai atu ki motolu oti
Te Tāhū Hauora is committed to its enduring priorities of embedding and enacting Te Tiriti o Waitangi and pursuing health equity.
Initially Pacific models for engagement resources were developed for use internally within our organisation to help put Pacific methodologies, frameworks and epistemologies at the centre of our thinking when considering working with our Pacific communities.
We are now making them available for the sector to use, digest, consider and implement into their engagements and co-design with Pacific communities.
The resources represent ‘bread and butter’ models that can enhance your understanding and practice. They are intended to be used with a wayfarer to guide you through their application. Please get in touch with our equity team here to discuss and unpack these resources together.
Resources
- Pacific models for engagement (all) (8MB, pdf | Web version)
- Fa’afaletui (854KB, pdf)
- Fofola e fala (238KB, pdf)
- Kakala (2MB, pdf)
- Talanoa (310KB, pdf)
- Vā (1MB, pdf)
References
Anae M. 2005. Teu le va: ‘New’ directions in thinking about doing Pacific health research in New Zealand. Paper presented at the Centre for Pacific Studies, University of Auckland Pacific Scholars Postgraduate Seminar Series.
Anae M. 2007. Teu le va: Research that could make a difference to Pasifika schooling in New Zealand. Paper commissioned by the Ministry of Education and presented at the joint NZARE/Ministry of Education symposium ‘Is your research making a difference to Pasifika education?’ in Wellington.
Havea S, Alefaio-Tugia S, Hodgetts D. 2021. Fofola e Fala ka e Talanoa e Kainga: A Tongan approach to family violence prevention and intervention. Journal of Pacific Rim Psychology 15.
Johansson Fua S. 2014. Kakala Research Framework: A Garland in Celebration of a Decade of Rethinking Education. Of Waves, Winds and Wonderful Things: A Decade of Rethinking Pacific Education. 50–60.
Tamasese K, Peteru C, Waldegrave C. 1997. Ole Taeao Afua: a qualitative investigation in Samoan perspectives on mental health and culturally appropriate services. Report for the Health Research Council of New Zealand. Wellington: The Family Centre.
Thaman KH. 1997. Kakala; A Pacific concept of teaching and learning. Paper presented at the Australian College of Education National Conference, Cairns.
Vaioleti TM. 2006. Talanoa research methodology: A developing position on Pacific research. Waikato Journal of Education 12: 21–34.
Vaioleti TM. 2011. Talanoa, manulua and founga ako: Frameworks for using enduring Tongan educational ideas for education in Aotearoa/New Zealand (Unpublished doctoral thesis). University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand.
Yavu: Foundations of Pacific Engagement
Yavu provides guidance on how to have engagement with Pacific Peoples that is culturally responsive and sustainable. It outlines steps for effective engagement through building, nurturing and maintaining relationships. Yavu can be used to improve culturally appropriate engagement with Pacific peoples.
- Te Manatū mō Ngā Iwi o Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa | Ministry for Pacific Peoples: https://www.mpp.govt.nz/assets/Resources/Yavu-Booklet.pdf
Consumer, whānau and community stories
Petala was anxious when she found out she was pregnant. She wanted a Pacific Island midwife as she says coming from a Samoan family she thrives on community. Petala talks about the need for education around pregnancy and sex in the Pacific community.
You can watch this video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQHIsh_pFSo
Kolini shares her story of battling with mental health issues. The video beautifully shows her transition from acute care to community care with the support of Te Oranganui, a local Māori health provider.
You can watch this video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdH_SeN1Cyo
Tofilau shares her experience with bias.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEZB-9igpDo
Pusi and her family have always talked about death and how to prepare for it. In this video, Pusi and her daughter Sima discuss ACP. They’re matter of fact about end-of-life care, working out what matters most to Pusi.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqil3sHCLiQ
Penina has been a lead maternity care midwife for over 20 years. She says when a Pacific person comes to her, they expect she will understand how to best care for them without them having to spell it out. She says listening without judgement is so important.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVHx6MvO83g
Margie discusses what patient safety means to her.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSJ_TJ8cerY
Manu talks about his work with pacific communities and the challenges around engaging with pacific communities about their health care.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGe-4FLb32Y
Working with VHIU.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlSu5s70zdk
Petala's story (Maternity)
Petala was anxious when she found out she was pregnant. She wanted a Pacific Island midwife as she says coming from a Samoan family she thrives on community. Petala talks about the need for education around pregnancy and sex in the Pacific community.
You can watch this video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQHIsh_pFSo
Kolini Baker (Pono consumer story)
Kolini shares her story of battling with mental health issues. The video beautifully shows her transition from acute care to community care with the support of Te Oranganui, a local Māori health provider.
You can watch this video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdH_SeN1Cyo
Tofilau Bernadette Pereira (Experience of bias)
Tofilau shares her experience with bias.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEZB-9igpDo
Pusi Urale (Advance Care Planning [ACP])
Pusi and her family have always talked about death and how to prepare for it. In this video, Pusi and her daughter Sima discuss ACP. They’re matter of fact about end-of-life care, working out what matters most to Pusi.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqil3sHCLiQ
Penina Fitisemanu (Positive Midwifery)
Penina has been a lead maternity care midwife for over 20 years. She says when a Pacific person comes to her, they expect she will understand how to best care for them without them having to spell it out. She says listening without judgement is so important.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVHx6MvO83g
Margie Apa (Patient safety)
Margie discusses what patient safety means to her.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSJ_TJ8cerY
Manu Sione (Working with Pacific communities)
Manu talks about his work with pacific communities and the challenges around engaging with pacific communities about their health care.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGe-4FLb32Y
Case study (very high intensity users)
Working with VHIU.
You can watch the video via this link or below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlSu5s70zdk
News and success stories
‘Fuimaono Karl Pulotu-Endemann has been presented with an Honorary Doctorate in Health (honoris causa) in recognition of his outstanding service and contribution to the health of Pacific people’.
Read this article here: https://www.massey.ac.nz/about/news/fuimaono-karl-pulotu-endemann-the-first-pacific-person-to-receive-an-honorary-doctorate-from-massey-university/
Knighthood for Commission board member and Pacific health leader Dr Collin Tukuitonga.
Read the article here: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/news/knighthood-for-commission-board-member-and-pacific-health-leader-dr-collin-tukuitonga/
‘The family of former All Blacks legend Inga Tuigamala, who died in February 2022, want his legacy to be a lesson to Pasifika people on the importance of wellbeing.’
Read this article here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/128947183/inga-tuigamalas-family-on-why-the-all-blacks-legend-joined-reality-show-match-fit
Catherine Tu'akalau’s graduation is inspirational as she is Wellington's first Pacific nurse practitioner, specialising in child health and one of only a handful in Aotearoa.
Read this article here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/127665022/pasifika-nurse-practitioners-graduation-inspirational-to-others
Fepulea’i Margie Apa, Chief executive of Health New Zealand, spent some time in March 2022 filming this video to enable the health care whānau to get to know them a bit better and find out what inspires, motivates and grounds them.
You can read this article here: https://www.futureofhealth.govt.nz/health-sector/meet-new-chief-executives/
Over the next two years, the locality approach will gradually roll out across the Aotearoa. Priority will be given to areas with high Māori and Pacific populations.
Read this article here: https://www.futureofhealth.govt.nz/assets/Uploads/Documents/Localities-update-for-the-Health-Sector-April-2022.pdf
Fuimaono Karl Pulotu-Endemann
‘Fuimaono Karl Pulotu-Endemann has been presented with an Honorary Doctorate in Health (honoris causa) in recognition of his outstanding service and contribution to the health of Pacific people’.
Read this article here: https://www.massey.ac.nz/about/news/fuimaono-karl-pulotu-endemann-the-first-pacific-person-to-receive-an-honorary-doctorate-from-massey-university/
Dr Collin Tukuitonga
Knighthood for Commission board member and Pacific health leader Dr Collin Tukuitonga.
Read the article here: https://www.hqsc.govt.nz/news/knighthood-for-commission-board-member-and-pacific-health-leader-dr-collin-tukuitonga/
Inga Tuigamala (‘Inga the Winger’)
‘The family of former All Blacks legend Inga Tuigamala, who died in February 2022, want his legacy to be a lesson to Pasifika people on the importance of wellbeing.’
Read this article here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/128947183/inga-tuigamalas-family-on-why-the-all-blacks-legend-joined-reality-show-match-fit
Catherine Tu'akalau
Catherine Tu'akalau’s graduation is inspirational as she is Wellington's first Pacific nurse practitioner, specialising in child health and one of only a handful in Aotearoa.
Read this article here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/127665022/pasifika-nurse-practitioners-graduation-inspirational-to-others
Fepulea’i Margie Apa: Interim Chief Executive
Fepulea’i Margie Apa, Chief executive of Health New Zealand, spent some time in March 2022 filming this video to enable the health care whānau to get to know them a bit better and find out what inspires, motivates and grounds them.
You can read this article here: https://www.futureofhealth.govt.nz/health-sector/meet-new-chief-executives/
Localities sector update – April 22
Over the next two years, the locality approach will gradually roll out across the Aotearoa. Priority will be given to areas with high Māori and Pacific populations.
Read this article here: https://www.futureofhealth.govt.nz/assets/Uploads/Documents/Localities-update-for-the-Health-Sector-April-2022.pdf
Published: 11 Jul 2022
Modified: 31 Jul 2023
