From the rugby field to the world of architecture, Lama Tone’s journey redefines resilience and creativity. In this PEP Talk, he reflects on how lessons from sport — teamwork, discipline, and humility — shape his life as an architect. It’s a story of design born from experience, and how passion can rebuild purpose when the game changes.

Professor Jioji Ravulo joins Salā Marie Young to explore Pacific identity, belonging, and purpose. From Ra, Fiji to Sydney University, his story is a powerful reminder that our heritage isn’t a weight—it’s a foundation for leadership and change.

The Te Tupu Tahi Funding Ready pilot, led by Pacific Enterprise People (PEP) with Le Moana West Collective, brought grassroots Pacific leaders and funders together to build understanding, confidence, and storytelling skills. Over six weeks, participants learned to meet funding criteria, share their impact with clarity, and strengthen the connection between communities and the people who resource them.

PaCIVICa is proud to present insights from the Henderson-Massey Meet the Candidates evening on 29 August, 2025.

Failoa Famili dreamed big—launching their own power company. One year later, Failoa Energy is live, delivering affordable power and hope to Pasifika communities. We’re proud to have been part of the journey.

Pasifika people are the future of Aotearoa NZ. By 2038, Pasifika people will make up 10% of this country’s population. In our largest...

PEP’s Salā Marie Young wins the 2025 Tagaloa PhD Scholarship! A milestone for Pacific research, innovation & cultural preservation. #PEPNZ

Rugby dream shattered, golf hustle ignited. Kevin Fuavao’s story of Pacific pride, mindset, and purpose.

We are saddened to hear of our friend and PEP Talk guest, Ngamata Karen Daniels, passing on February 13th, 2025. Ngatama Karen Daniels...

Diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, Karen Daniels found clarity, faith, & purpose. Discover how she turned survival into a mission to help others

Faith, lip gloss & hustle! 💄 Tiare Rose spills the tea on breaking molds & building a Pacific-led beauty empire. 🌺🔥 Read now!

How do these entrepreneurs bridge Pacific values with modern governance and tech? Discover the heart behind Pacific Enterprise People.

In this year’s Papua New Guinea Pidgin Language Week , the theme 'Lukautim, strongim na kirapim tokples na pasin blo tubuna' – meaning...

As we celebrate Tokelau Language Week this year, the theme of “Tokelau, tāofi mau tau aganuku, ko tō pale tēnā” resonates deeply....

Celebrating Fiji & Niue Language Weeks 🌴 Reflecting on independence, decolonisation, and indigenous governance in the Pacific 🌊

Celebrating Tuvalu Language Week, we honour its cultural resilience, shared Polynesian roots, and the fight against climate change.

We're excited to begin a new journey with three small businesses to grow their businesses using ecommerce.

This week is Tongan language week! Find out how PEP is supporting Tongan language preservation in West Auckland.

Celebrate Cook Islands Language week with us, and learn more about this amazing group of Pacific Islands.

Kam na mauri (greetings) and a happy Kiribati language week to you all.