Pasifika Communities Engagement

In 2022, ANCAD supported the incubation and convening of the Shore Pacific Network, in response to members of the community wanting to have opportunities to meet and engage across the North Shore region.

The network reflected the changing landscape of Pasefika-ledcommunity groups and collectives mobilising to support their communities. A Pasefika-led steering group was formed to organise events and speakers. The inaugural event, attended by over 80 people, was held at Massey University Pacific Centre, with a range of community leaders, cultural performances and strong representation in all age groups. ANCAD continues to provide backbone support. Events have been held in Massey, Northcote, Albany, Takapuna, Warkworth and Silverdale.

The network aims to celebrate, support and make visible, initiatives within the diverse Pacific community and enhance the emerging leadership of the next generation. It brings together individual organisations and collectives to support a joined-up approach and facilitate regional conversations and initiatives.

Regular meetings are held to foster collaboration, share information, provide peer-mentoring, and strengthen working relationships.

We acknowledge the support of Foundation North and Auckland Council for their backbone funding support and all the contributing and founding members of the network and its steering group.