Making a positive impact on the lives of others.
Piri’anga Alofa Pacific and Community Services (formerly Amataga o le Folauga) has been proudly serving Pacific communities for the past 15 years.
As a Pacific-led service unit, we are committed to providing meaningful and responsive support, run by Pacific people for Pacific people.
Our mission is to connect, empower, and uplift Pacific communities through culturally relevant services and holistic approaches. We believe in the strength of culture, family, and community, and we work to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to access the resources they need to thrive.
We put in to focus communities care, education, health, and wellbeing. Being a branch off the tree of Whānau Manaaki—New Zealand’s largest kindergarten association— we have Pacific kindergartens - the first in the world - and have additionally established Etu Ao home-based care.
As children grow, our Mau Te Rongo Navigators handle safe travel to and from school and in the community; and when finishing school, the Le Fale jobs and skills hub can guide them to find their future career.
To be supported by Piri’anga Alofa’s Navigators is to be supported and walked with through every stage in the journey of our lives.
Our Navigators help hundreds of Pasifika families with health, finance, education and cultural goals.
We support families to support their children for success in education and in life. We start with peoples’ strengths and build on those to create a successful life for the whole family.
We support Pacific values of community, culture, language, spirituality, generosity and service. Our services are offered in the spirit of Pacific partnership.
Our Services
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Le Fale Jobs and Skills Hub
Le Fale Jobs and Skills Hub is a community-based initiative with a base set up at Cannons Creek shops in Porirua.
The Le Fale Jobs and Skills Hub is a community-based initiative supported by Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens Association.
Le Fale aims to guide and empower people to achieve their goals around employment, financial capability and home ownership.
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Mau Te Rongo Navigators
Mau Te Rongo Navigators provide support and assitance in keeping rangatahi in the Porirua area safe.
The initiative started at Porirua Train Station but has expanded beyond to other areas in Porirua.
The Mau Te Rongo Navigators are on hand to engage, assist, or have a chat with anyone who needs assistance. They work closely with community Police patrols to provide extra visibility and reassurance to the public.
They additionally have been re-engaging Pacific families of students with chronic non-attendance back into education, with education and attendance support.
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Etu Ao
Etu Ao is a program that provides home-based early childhood education for families in Porirua and Levin.
Families - We offer 30 hours free education and care that meets cultural, language, and religious needs in the Pacific community.
Educators - We provide free training for educators to gain a Level 4 Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Transport - For families who have difficulties with transport to and from their Etu Ao provider, or kindergarten we offer a free transport service.
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Pacific Kindergartens
A'oga Tamaiti Laiti Pasefika - Piri'anga Alofa has established strong operational ties with Pacific kindergartens operating under Whānau Manaaki, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for the communities they serve.
Through this partnership, Piri'anga Alofa works closely with these kindergartens to ensure that Pacific children and their families receive culturally relevant support and services. It’s all about working together to help our families feel supported and connected.
The Pacific Kindergartens we are the worlds first, and are the following kindergartens: Nuanua Kindergarten, Toru Fetū Kindergarten, Fanau Pasifika Kindergarten, Gonville Kindergarten, and Una Williams Kindergarten.
Where we operate
We are proud to serve a wide range of communities, each with its own unique strengths and needs. From Porirua to Taita, Naenae, Wellington South, Horowhenua, Levin, Shannon, Otāki, and the Wairarapa—we’re here, walking alongside our people. Whether it’s through everyday support or stepping up in times of need, we’re committed to uplifting our Pacific communities with care, connection, and purpose.
We have our head office in Porirua, and have other spaces throughout the regions we operate.
OUR COLLABORATIONS
We believe in collaboration to create meaningful change. We partner with a diverse range of businesses that share our commitment to making a positive impact in the community.
For us, it’s about working together to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Piri’anga Alofa News
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Welcoming New Name 'Piri'anga Alofa'
Previously known as Amataga O Le Folauga 'the beginning of the journey'.
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Celebrating our Partnerships in Porirua
Piri’anga Alofa Pacific and Community Services hosted a vibrant morning tea early May at the Porirua office.
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Our Health and Wellbeing Events
Piri’anga Alofa Pacific and Community Services will be hosting another Health and Wellbeing evening!