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we are
APSTE
The Association for Pasific Staff in Tertiary Education (APSTE)
is a collective of Pasifika staff working to strengthen our presence, leadership, and success across Aotearoa’s tertiary sector.
We advocate for representation, provide professional development, and create spaces for collaboration and cultural empowerment.
WHY IT MATTERS
Pasifika staff play a crucial role in shaping education. By coming together, we empower each other to navigate challenges, amplify our voices, and contribute to a more inclusive tertiary landscape.
CURRENT FINANCIAL MEMBERS:
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SPONSORS:
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2025 exec team
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Kia orAna Tatou katoatoa,
Kia manuia e kia mataora ī te ‘Epetoma o te Reo Kūki ‘Āirani – Happy Cook Islands Language Week!
The 2025 theme for Cook Islands Language Week is:
‘Ākamatakite i tō tātou reo, kia rauka i te au rā anamata
Cherish our language so it can thrive for generations.
We hope you take time this week to celebrate the richness of the Cook Islands Māori language and culture. If you’re hosting activities or events, we’d love to share your celebrations across Aotearoa.
2025 exec update
The APSTE Executive met online last week (Wednesday 30 July) to finalise the Fono programme and discuss our Constitution workplan. We continue to explore how APSTE can strengthen its role as a national support network for Pacific tertiary staff—across Aotearoa and within our respective regions—through professional development and wellbeing initiatives.
APSTE ANNUAL FONO 2025 UPDATES
A big thank you to our earlybirds who have already completed registration!
Keep an eye on your inbox—your confirmation email is on the way, including a link to pre-register for concurrent workshops (first in, first served!). Don’t miss your chance to select your sessions and your FREE APSTE t-shirt.
If you haven’t registered yet, visit the APSTE Fono page for the latest updates.
This year’s workshops include presentations from:
Pacific Opportunities Programme at Otago (POPO)
Inagaro Vakaafi
If you’ve already received your invoice, we encourage you to complete your payment to confirm your place—we can’t wait to see you at the Fono!
More updates can be found on the APSTE Fono 2025 page.
