Arts • DocumentariesDocumentary highlights struggle for Rainbow Pacific identityAlofa follows former pastor Andre Afamasaga on his journey from conversion therapy to self-acceptance, and is screening now at the Doc Edge Festival.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 04 Jul
News • Tonga • Aotearoa New ZealandLeitī study highlights unique intersectional experiences of LGBTQIA+ TongansNew research, led by clinical psychologist Penni Wolfgramm, explores the lives of 12 leitī in Aotearoa, challenging Western frameworks of queer identity and wellbeing.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 30 Jun
OpinionBlack Faggot: Filthy, funny, and full of heartA fearless celebration of queer Pacific life, Black Faggot proves you can’t pray the gay away, but you can laugh, cry, and feel every raw truth in just 60 minutes.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSun, 29 Jun
NewsPacific LGBTIQ+ communities face unique inequities, Census revealsNew Zealand's first LGBTIQ+ census data highlights stark disparities faced by Pacific communities, highlighting unemployment and severe housing deprivation.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 27 Jun
ArtsBehind the curtain: Exploring fa’afafine and trans identityWith a multidisciplinary ensemble, WTF: What The Fa’afafine!?! by Hibiscus Tupua-Wilson brings honesty, heart, and humour to the Kia Mau Festival.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 04 Jun
NewsReading your Bible: A new theology through the eyes of PasifikaA reverend and professor argues for a decolonised church that listens to elders, honours diverse identities, and champions love over fear.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 16 Apr
Arts • SāmoaMā: A performative ‘love letter’ to motherhood and chosen familiesJonjon Tolovae’s new theatre show is an expression of identity, and will be showing this week at Auckland’s Q Theatre.Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 24 Feb
Law & Order • Aotearoa New Zealand‘Unacceptable’: Pacific Labour MP condemns violent drag storytime protestLemauga Lydia Sosene has criticised Destiny Church members’ alleged disruption of a children’s reading session in the Te Atatū Library.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 21 Feb
Law & Order • Sāmoa • Tonga‘Jesus does not behave in that way’Pacific academic Jemaima Tiatia-Siau and other advocates from the rainbow community have spoken out following disruptions at Auckland pride events. 'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 17 Feb
OpinionWill's Word: ‘Not a protest for morality, it’s a blatant act of intimidation’William Terite says Destiny Church’s protest at a children’s event on the weekend was intimidation not faith, exposing their toxic mix of hate and control.William TeriteMon, 17 Feb
