Empowering Pasifika Communities: Strengthening Wellbeing Through Community-Led Solutions

“E fofo e le alamea le alamea.” The solutions for our issues lie within our own communities.

This report summarises the Pasifika Suicide Prevention Community Fund initiatives that Le Va administered from April 2020 to May 2024, with a focus on prevention activity and implementation strengths, informed by the seven critical elements for the successfulimplementation of community-based suicide prevention initiatives for Pasifika peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand (Faleafa et al., 2021).

The purpose of this report is not only to highlight the key successes of these initiatives, but also to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and collaboration of the diverse communities, partners, and stakeholders involved.

Throughout the period covered, these initiatives have played a crucial role in advancing suicide prevention efforts within Pasifika communities, providing valuable insights into culturally responsive, family centred, clinically safe and sustainable approaches that enhance
mental health and wellbeing. By sharing these findings, we aim to acknowledge and uplift the resilience and strength of Pasifika peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand, ensuring that the work done within these communities is recognised and celebrated.