Pasifika Services in Ōtautahi Christchurch
Talofa • Mālō e lelei • Kia orāna • Fakaalofa lahi atu • Bula • Mālō ni
Christchurch and the wider region are home to diverse Pasifika communities supported by a network of Pasifika-led services. Grounded in values such as alofa, tautua, and vā fealoa‘i, these services centre aiga and community wellbeing. They work to uplift dignity and strengthen families.
Whether you’re looking for health support, family navigation, or cultural connection, the organisations below are here to walk alongside you and your loved ones.
General Health and Wellbeing
Tangata Atumotu Trust offers a wide range of programmes dedicated to supporting the Pasifika community to thrive. This includes health services, financial planning, and clubs.
Website: Tangata Atumotu Trust
Address: Level 2, Knox Centre, 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch Central City
Phone: 0800 727 434
Email: tat@tat.org.nz
Etu Pasifika is a primary care, mental health, and wellbeing service delivered by Pacific health professionals. The staff speak a range of Pacific languages such as Samoan, Tongan, Fijian, Niuean and Tokelauan.
Website: Home | Etu Pasifika
Address: 31 Tuam Street, Christchurch Central City
Phone: 0800 388 727
Email: clinic@etupasifika.co.nz
Vaka Tautua offers a range of aiga fifa/social services for the whole aiga - from youth to older persons to wholistic family support.
Website: Vaka Tautua
Address: 1/105 Gasson Street, Sydenham
Phone: 0800 825 282
Email: enquiries@vakatautua.co.nz
Specialist Services
Mapu Maia delivers culturally grounded, holistic services for Pasifika individuals, families, and communities impacted by gambling harm and other mental health concerns.
Website: mapumaia.nz
Address: 320 Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City
Phone: 0800 21 21 22
Email: help@mapumaia.nz
Aviva Family Violence Services offers Seuga, a programme aimed at restoring the wellbeing of Pacific aiga. There are two pathways: one for men who have used or experienced violence and another for women Pacific women or women in relationships with Pacific men.
Website: Seuga - for Pacific Peoples
Address: Unit 4, Amuri Park, 25 Churchill St., Christchurch Central
Phone: 0800 28 48 26
Email: enquiries@aviva.org.nz
Canterbury Fiji Social Services Trust empowers young people and their families to thrive through a variety of one-on-one and family support services.
Website: Canterbury Fiji Social Services Trust – Social Service Trust
Address: 40 Hillary Crescent, Upper Riccarton
Phone: 03 942 9498
Email: fiji.social.services@gmail.com
The Loft Can Help
The Loft is here to help you find support that fits you and your family. We’ll listen carefully, talk through your options, and connect you with services and community groups that make sense for your situation. If you’d like help linking with the right Pasifika service, get in touch.