Niuean Language Week

Last week we celebrated Niuean Language Week with the theme of, “Fakatapunu, Ofania, mo e Fakaaoga e Vagahau Niue!” (“Elevate, cherish, and use the Niuean language!”).

We held a concert in the PAC featuring a series of beautiful dances, including one by Head Girl Kenahemana Hekau and her sister Anoiha. On the Friday, students were encouraged to wear Niuean cultural accessories such as a Kahoa Hihi (shell necklace), Foufou (floral head piece) and Fiti (single flower).

With more Niueans living in Aotearoa than on the island itself, and the fact it is listed on UNESCO's endangered language list, our Niuean students play a vital role in encouraging and using the language so that it may be passed onto future generations.