Leilani Fina’i Clarke

Talofa lava, I currently lead the FLO Talanoa suicide prevention education programme that aims to equip our Pasifika families and communities with the right tools and information to prevent suicide. I have 13 years’ experience within the New Zealand public sector,...

Ben Tameifuna

I joined the Le Va team in November 2014 and have worked in the health sector for more than 15 years. My passion is working with people, particularly moving towards positive outcomes for our Pacific people and communities. This is reflected in my role which is...

Dr Elizabeth Mati

I am passionate about developing effective Pasifika interventions and solutions which lead to Pasifika people unleashing their full potential. I am a registered clinical psychologist and have been working within Pasifika communities for over 15 years in educational,...

Denise Kingi-‘Ulu’ave

I am a registered clinical psychologist of Tongan descent and the CE of Le Va. In my 20 years as a psychologist, I have served the community working for the Department of Justice and District Health Boards’ community mental health services, working directly with...

Reverend Uesifili Unasa

Reverend Uesifili Unasa is of Samoan descent and is an ordained minister in the Methodist Church of New Zealand. He is a senior leader in the national Methodist mission and is currently an Ecumenical Chaplain at the North Shore Hospital. Uesifili is interested in...

Covid-19 Update

Face-to-face workshops will not continue while New Zealand is at Level 4. We will be in contact with all participants soon.