Leadership in Pacific cultures is not an indiviual pursuit, but a collective journey anchored in the principles of ‘tautua’ (service). This workshop invites leaders to reflect on their roles as stewards of their communities, emphasising cultural focus to lead with service at the heart.

The workshop prepares participants to sustain leadership practices that honour cultural values while addressing the needs of diverse communities.

Workshop level

This is a Level 1 (introductory) workshop. No prior knowledge is required.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is for educators and leaders, both emerging and established leaders, in Pacific and non-Pacific communities to enhance cultural capability, promote inclusive leadership practices and strengthen pedagogical strategies.

Topics covered

• Foundations of ‘leadership through service’: How tautua creates impactful leadership.
• Building resilient teams through service: Identifying team strengths and gaps using tautua principles.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this workshop you will be able to:

• discuss the role of tautua in collaborative and inclusive leadership models
• analyse the cultural principles of tautua and the application to leadership practices.

Facilitators

Saylene Ulberg - Ako Aotearoa’s Pacific Cultural Advisor, and Pale Sauni - Ako Aotearoa’s Pacific Priorities and Cultural Leader.

Free self-directed content

In addition to the live workshop, participants will have access to self-directed content available through the Ako Aotearoa Pacific Cultural Centredness Pathway on Pathways Awarua. This complementary content will allow you to explore the topic in greater depth at your own pace and in your own time, reinforcing the practical skills and knowledge gained during the workshop.

Ako Aotearoa badges

Participants can earn an Ako Aotearoa digital badge as evidence of participation and completion of workshop requirements.

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