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Atu-Mai Youth – I AM
I AM is a cultural identity fono for youth that aims to strengthen self-worth through the benefits, values and knowledge of Pasifika culture.
- 2 Hours
- Free
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- Online
Welcome to Le Va
Le Va supports people of the moana to unleash their full potential.
What we do
Our portfolio of work spans the mental health and addiction, public health and disability, suicide and violence prevention and youth wellbeing social sectors.
We believe the solutions lie within our communities, so that is where you will find us.
As a Pasifika-kaupapa organisation we recognise the rights of Māori as the indigenous people of Aotearoa and uphold the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
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Mental health and addictionEquipping the mental health and addiction workforce with tools, cultural responsiveness and innovative programmes. -
Public healthSupporting the public health workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand. -
Suicide preventionWe believe suicide is preventable and together, we have the power to save lives. -
Engaging PasifikaOur cultural competency programme enables the health and disability workforce to connect culture and care. -
Le Va for YouthTools, resources and workshops to help our Pasifika youth care for their mental health and holistic wellbeing. -
Violence preventionAtu-Mai equips Pasifika people and their families with the right knowledge and tools to live violence-free. -
Disability supportWe work with our communities to develop a world where Pasifika disabled people can live the lives they choose.
We run workshops
Browse upcoming events run by Le Va to enhance impact in workforce development, suicide prevention, violence prevention, public health and cultural competency.
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9 Upcoming workshops
Engaging Pasifika
Engaging Pasifika is Le Va's cultural competency programme for non-Pacific health workers, offering blended learning to improve services for Pasifika communities.
- 7 Hours
- Free
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FLO Talanoa
FLO Talanoa is a Pasifika suicide prevention programme, culturally safe and community-led. Learn the risks, signs, and how to respond effectively.
- 3-4 hours
- Free
- In person
We help fund our communities
Check out our scholarship and funding initiatives designed to fuel your success and drive positive change within your community.
Our stories
Share your voice: Le Va’s Mental Health & Addiction workforce survey
February 26, 2026
We want to hear from our Pacific MHA workforce about your realities, challenges and aspirations, so we can strengthen the system together.
Welcoming inspiring Pacific youth voices to Le Va
February 24, 2026
Le Va welcomed new and returning members to its Youth Advisory Group at a two-day event on the wild west coast of Auckland last weekend.
Across the Tasman: Strengthening NRL wellbeing through Mānava Ola
February 9, 2026
When Le Va leadership visited Australia's NRL, they carried a suicide prevention training that considers the needs of Pacific people.
Finding hope: Community suicide prevention initiatives saving lives
January 27, 2026
On January 22, Le Va hosted a welcome fono for recipients of the 2026 Pacific Suicide Prevention Community Fund.
Empowering the next generation: Le Va Sponsors 2026 ASB Polyfest Leaders Conference
January 21, 2026
The 2026 ASB Polyfest Leaders Conference brought together student leaders as they prepare for this year's ASB Polyfest season.
