AOTEAROA FIJIAN YOUTH SYMPOSIUM 2026
Strengthening Identity, Leadership, Wellbeing and Opportunity.
About this Event
The Aotearoa Fijian Youth Symposium brings together young Fijians from across New Zealand to explore the issues that matter most to our future, strengthen our cultural identity, build leadership capability, and develop practical solutions to improve wellbeing outcomes for Fijian youth.
Together, we will connect, learn, lead and create a shared vision for the next generation of
Aotearoa Fijians.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
Friday 14th August
- Arrival and Registration
- Interactive networking activities
- Youth connections from across Aotearoa
- Traditional Fijian Welcome Ceremony
- Welcome Dinner and Icebreaker Night
- Inspirational Keynote Address.
Saturday 15th August
We get into the heart and soul of our mission focus where you unpack
Identity • Wellbeing • Leadership • Taking Action
Interactive workshops and presentations by leading professionals and subject matter experts on:
- Fijian Identity, Language and Culture
- Mental Wellbeing and Resilience
- Education, Careers and Future Opportunities
- Financial Literacy and Wealth Creation
- Digital Leadership, Social Media and AI
- Healthy Lifestyles and Positive Choices
- Youth Leadership and Civic Participation
- Community Action Planning
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
Aotearoa Fijian Youth Declaration
Regional Youth Action Plans
National Youth Leadership Network
Stronger Cultural Identity and Community Connections
Increased Leadership, Employment and Education Pathways
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Young Fijians aged 12–24 who are passionate about:
• Leadership
• Culture and identity
• Community development
• Education and careers
• Youth wellbeing
• Creating positive change
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
NZD 0.00
