Engaging Pasifika: Le Va and ProCare partner to bring cultural training to primary care professionals

Together, we’ve created something practical, relevant and impactful that brings our shared purpose to life.

Le Va and ProCare have partnered to create a tailored version of Engaging Pasifika, Le Va’s groundbreaking cultural training, designed to strengthen primary care professionals’ connection with Pacific communities in Aotearoa.

The bespoke online module adapts the well-established Engaging Pasifika cultural competency training to meet the specific needs of those working in primary care, equipping GPs, nurses and practise teams with the tools to provide more inclusive and equitable healthcare.

On 14 October, Le Va welcomed ProCare representatives to their Manukau office to celebrate the launch of the programme.

Le Va’s chief executive, Mati Dr Elizabeth Mati, said at the event, “At Le Va, we exist to support people of the moana to unleash their full potential – enabling them to achieve the best possible health and wellbeing outcomes.

“ProCare shares this vision, working to uplift the health and wellbeing of all people in Aotearoa through progressive, proactive and equitable care.

“Together, we’ve created something practical, relevant and impactful, that brings our shared purpose to life.”

ProCare serves the largest Pacific population in Aotearoa, making cultural understanding essential for building trust and delivering quality care.

The free training complements ProCare’s existing Te Pūheke cultural programme and reinforces the organisation’s commitment to equity and connection.

“Strengthening our understanding of Pacific cultures helps us build trust, deliver better care, and support healthier futures,” said Bindi Norwell, ProCare’s Chief Executive.

The launch of Le Va’s Engaging Pasifika for ProCare highlighted both organisations’ dedication to building partnerships that create meaningful change for Pacific communities.

Learn more about ProCare’s Pacific Advisory Committee.