Noa’ia, Tālofa lava, Mauri, Kia orāna, Mālō e lelei, Talofa, Ni sa bula vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Mālo ni, Halo olgeta, Halo Oloketa, Tēnā koutou kātoa!
More information about 2025 Pacific Language Weeks available. Celebrating the richness of our 12 indigenous Pacific languages and fostering pride and connection across Aotearoa. This year marks a historic milestone with the inclusion of Bislama, Vanuatu’s national language, joining Rotuma, Samoa, Kiribati, Cook Islands Māori, Tonga, Papua New Guinea Pidgin, Tuvalu, Fiji, Niue, Tokelau, and Solomon Islands Pidgin.
Key Highlights:
- New in 2025: Bislama Language Week debuts (27 July – 2 August).
- 12 Languages, 12 Weeks: A full schedule of events from May to November (see dates below).
- Free Resources: Download posters, social media graphics, and email signatures to support your celebrations.
2025 Event Dates & Languages:
| Language | Dates |
|---|---|
| Rotuman | 11–17 May |
| Samoa | 1–7 June |
| Kiribati | 6–12 July |
| Bislama (Vanuatu) | 27 July–2 August |
| Cook Islands Māori | 3–9 August |
| Tonga | 17–23 August |
| Papua New Guinea Pidgin | 7–13 September |
| Tuvalu | 28 Sept–4 October |
| Fiji | 5–11 October |
| Niue | 19–25 October |
| Tokelau | 26 Oct–1 November |
| Solomon Islands Pidgin | 23–29 November |
Why Celebrate Pacific Language Weeks?
Pacific languages are vital to cultural identity and well-being. Since Samoa’s inaugural Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa in 2007, these events have grown into nationwide movements supported by the Ministry for Pacific Peoples, offering year-round learning opportunities and community-led activities.
Get Ready to Participate:
- Download Free Tools: Access A3 posters, social media kits, and email signatures from the Pacific Language Weeks hub.
- Stay Updated: Themes for each week will be announced soon. Follow the Ministry’s Fetu newsletter and social channels for details.
- Plan Ahead: 2026 dates are already available for schools and organisations!
