11 May 2021

Pasifika youth demand more engagement in Covid-19 response

From Pacific Waves

Pasifika youth are demanding more engagement from government with its Covid-19 response.

Over 300 young Pasifika peoples put questions to a panel of health experts on Wednesday last week in a covid-themed Zoom fono organised by young people for young people.

The concept is a first and those involved said it was the first time they've been included in the conversation.

Its organisers wanted to bridge the gap between youth and government who they say have underestimated young voices.

Mariner Fagaiava-Muller took a fala along to the fono.

Spectators enjoying performances from the comfort of the ground - day 2 Polyfest 2021.

Photo: RNZ / Mabel Muller

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