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The workplace has to be a development of the human spirit as well as production - Anita Roddick
Talofa lava!
I am passionate and committed to making a difference in the Pacific mental health and addiction sector. It is my dream that one day Pacific families are accessing quality health services that responsive to their needs. I believe that developing a workforce focussing on both clinical and cultural leadership is key to achieving effective mental health and addiction services and ultimately improving our health outcomes.
My interest in this field was ignited as a teenager working part-time for an Auckland Pacific NGO with at-risk Pacific youth my own age. I later went on to management and then governance positions of that NGO and completed my Doctorate at the University of Auckland. The 10 years I spent working at grass roots level provided solid foundations for gaining an understanding into the issues that we as Pacific people face on a day to day basis.
I look forward to engaging our Pacific communities with the work of Le Va, and ensuring there is a space for effective communication between Le Va and our Pacific people. I’m excited and honoured to play a role in establishing and developing Le Va as a lead organisation for Pacific mental health workforce development, research and knowledge creation.
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I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul - William Ernest Henley
Malo e lelei!
I am very privileged and honoured to join a vibrant and talented team, and I relish the opportunity of meeting some of the challenges ahead, namely to contribute to making a positive difference to the Pacific Mental Health and Addictions Sector.
Although I have primarily worked in the public service for the last 10 years, in both the Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs and Ministry of Health, I have been able to cover a number of different sectors that have included the wider Pacific health and the disability sector. I have also been actively involved in my local church and community projects as part of the Tongan Advisory Council and as a member of the Aotearoa Tongan Health Workers Association.
I was born in the Kingdom of Tonga but, since 1974, I have been brought up in New Zealand. My mother is from the village of Vaini and my father is from Ha'afeva in the Ha'apai Group. I am happily married and have been blessed with four beautiful children. My interests include music, sports, travel and creative writing.
Tu'a ‘ofa atu, Manase
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Shana Malio
BA, MA (Hons), LLB
Pacific project coordinator
shana.malio "at" leva.co.nz
You must be the change you wish to see in the world - Mahatma Gandhi
Talofa lava!
I am a New Zealand-born Samoan raised in the heart of Auckland. My father is from the village of Vaiusu, Faleata and my mother is from Avata, Falealupo - a heritage of which I am extremely proud. Being the youngest of four children, my parents, my family and my faith have always been a source of inspiration and motivation for me.
I am an advocate for any programmes or initiatives which emphasise positive change within the Pacific Island community. I have spent the past few years working with Pacific youth in the education sector, through mentoring programmes and equity initiatives. The ability to contribute to the health sector, namely Pacific health, is something I am looking forward to.
Ia manuia.
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Malo e lelei
I am Tongan and from the village of Nukunuku, Tongatapu.
I have a diverse working background that has allowed me to meet some really awesome people, work on some really exciting projects and visit some interesting places throughout Aotearoa. I like learning and hope that in return what I learn will help others or at least add value to their work.
I wish you well and look forward to meeting you.
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Talofa lava
I am the second youngest of five children and hail from the villages of Falelima and Neiafu in Savai’i Samoa. My parents migrated to New Zealand in 1973 so that we were able to be educated and gain the lives my parents were unable to gain. I am currently in my third year of studying a Bachelor of Business at Auckland University of Technology, majoring in accounting and management.
I have had experience with youth projects and as the youth leader of the St John Parish. I am very passionate about promoting health as a career. It is a great honour and privilege to bring a Pacific youth perspective to the Le Va team.
Faafetai
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Talofa lava and Kia Orana!
I hail from the villages of Vaimoso, Saleufi in Apia, and Saleaula in Savaii Samoa. My family migrated to South Auckland in 1987 when I was 10 years old. Now as an adult woman, I am blessed with my supportive Kiwi and Cook Island (Atiuan) husband and beautiful daughter.
On pursing a career in the social service sector, I aspired to contribute to the development and improvement of mental health and addiction services for all New Zealanders particularly vulnerable population groups.
Between completing a Certificate in Social Services, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology and a Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health from the University of Auckland, I have worked in a variety of research roles at The University of Auckland (Clinical Trial and Research Unit), Massey University (Shore Centre), and Waitemata District Health Board (Clinical Research and Resource Centre).
I am pleased to join Te Pou in a project support role to further contribute, advance and grow my knowledge, skills and experience in the mental health and addiction sector while studying towards a PG Diploma and Masters in Public Health with a Pacific health specialisation at the University of Auckland.
Fa’afetai ma ia manuia le soifua.
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Andy Feau BCom (Accounting & Finance majors)
Pacific Youth Advisor
andy.feau "at" leva.co.nz
Here is the test to find whether your mission on Earth is finished: if you're alive, it isn't. Richard Bach
I am the Pacific Youth Advisor for Le Va. My role focuses on encouraging as many pacific youth as possible to consider a career in mental health.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, majoring in accounting and finance and, at the present moment, I am doing a post gradute diploma in Commerce.
I have also done a lot of work with Pacific youth-focused equity initiatives and mentoring programs over the past five years, such as the Mates mentoring program and Dream fono. I'm also currently the Tuakana program coordinator for the University of Auckland Business School which focuses on the mentoring and tutoring for 1st year Pacific and Maori business students.
I am a New Zealand born Samoan, raised in Mangere, Auckland. I am very proud of my Samoan heritage and it definitely defines my upbringing. My father is from Faleasi'u and my mother from from Fusi Safotulafai and Leauva'a.
I look forward to helping bring mental health to a forefront focus as a career for our pacific youth.
Ia Manuia
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Malo e lelei!
I am of Tongan and Niuean descent and come 11th in a family of 13 children. I was born and raised in the village of Tatakamotonga, Mu'a in Tonga Tapu and was eight years old when my family moved to New Zealand in 1975.
I am happily married to Rev Taniela Havea Fangai'uiha and have two beautiful children, who are now young adults, Taniela Junior and Mele Mafile'o.
I have been working in mental health services for the past 10 years and, on 4 February 2008, I was very fortunate to join Le Va as a Pacific administrator. I feel that with my past experience in a supporting role to over seven managers that I have a lot to offer. Being part of this great team will fuel my passion for making a difference in the lives of our Pacific people.
Le Va is a vibrant and exciting place to work and I know will enrich the lives of Pacific people.
Faka'apa'apa pea mo e 'ofa lahi atu. Talita Mafi Fitikefu (Fangai'uiha).
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