Aotearoa’s national Pasifika primary prevention organisation, Le Va, is hosting a delegation of Pacific mental health thought leaders from around the world for a week-long exchange of ideas from March 18. In attendance are representatives from the Pacific Behavioral...
Over the last year, Le Va has partnered with Te Whatu Ora and Pasifika primary mental health providers across Aotearoa to support the Pasifika Access & Choice workforce. In September and October we reached the significant milestones of hosting Le Va’s inaugural...
“O le tele o sulu, e maua ai figota” is a Samoan proverb meaning, “Through collaboration, the most difficult challenges can be overcome.” Partnership and collaboration are integral to the success of Le Va, Aotearoa’s leading Pacific primary prevention organisation,...
Le Va and Te Whatu Ora have announced the establishment of a new scholarship programme for students focusing on careers in the Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) and gambling harm sectors. At least 80 new scholarships will be awarded annually, to enhance the capacity and...
Le Va, a leading Pacific primary prevention organisation in Aotearoa, received the top honour in the Diversity Awards NZ Impact category last night. The award recognised Le Va’s achievements in developing and supporting the Pasifika mental health and addiction...
In early August, Le Va was invited by the Pasifika Students’ Council at Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington (VUW) to be involved in their annual Pasifika Week, a celebration of Pasifika success, identity and culture. Le Va staff travelled to Pipitea...