The Full Story
Ko e Ngaue mo Manava
We are Pacific-centred partners
Manava Partners understands Pacific peoples. We actively listen to our partners and take a co-design approach, often starting with an indigenous concept level to inform design and delivery of consulting, partnerships, training and advocacy, for the benefit of Pacific peoples.
Ko ‘emau Kaveinga
Our Story
Manava Partners Ltd (Manava) is an independent consultancy established in 2019 by two sisters - Christine and Merianna.
Both women are proud Tongan speaking Tongans, graduates from the University of Auckland with a great sense of adventure. Christine is a Pacific development specialist with a Master's in Education. Merianna is a creative and graduate in Women's Studies.
Together both women have travelled, lived and worked in Asia and the Pacific regions. They are passionate about social justice, supporting women and have years of teaching, policy and leadership in government and community roles.
Our favouriate meanings of the Tongan word Manava is 'breath' from the concept of 'breath of life' which is closely associated with divine creation. Women play a huge role in giving life and are the foundation for their mission.
Both Christine and Merianna are fluent in Tongan and English, they grew up in a strong faith-based homes.
Ko 'ema taumu’a
Our Mission
Creating space for Pacific women and girls to lead and grow.
Translation: Ke fa’u ‘a e ngaahi nofo'anga pe feitu’u ke tupu ‘a e tataki mo e ako ‘a e hou’eiki fafine Pasifiki.
Our mission is underpinned by our belief that indigenous women in the Pacific have an abundance of intellect, beauty, cultural depth, and centuries of wisdom which can help protect and respond to challenges we are facing in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Ko ‘emau ngaue tokoni
Our Services
To deliver on our mission, Manava provides consulting, partnerships, and training. We believe that our success in achieving our goal will come from delivering in our four services:
CLIENTS
Our Valued Partners
