Standing (L-R): Sana Saleem, Annette Pitovao, Karen Petana-Ioka, Daisy Bentley-Gray, Genevieve Sang-Yum, Flora Apulu, Helen Luka, Venusi Taumoepeau, Lupeti Fihaki
Sitting (L-R): Rokosiga Morrison, Ioane Aleke Fa’avae
Absent: Dr Linda Aumua, Aki Te’evale, Arun Deo, Margi Grey, Jason Hallie, Janet Tawaketini, Associate Professor Dion Enari, Vimlesh Shukla

Research focus
The Pacific Research Fono (PRF) is a committee of research-engaged and informed Pacific academic and support staff at Unitec, who are subject-matter experts in a range of areas. Through strong internal and external networks, PRF offers comprehensive support for Pacific-focused research by the wider Unitec staff and student community and beyond.
Research leaders
Daisy Bentley-Gray – Contact Daisy Bentley-Gray
Associate Professor Dion Enari – Contact Associate Professor Dion Enari
Associate Professor Lefaoalii Dion Enari, who was recently awarded the prestigious Le Moana Mua award, has acknowledged the support and input of his family and teachers as key contributors to his success.
Latest news and updates from the Pacific Centre
As a Pacific student you’ll be joining a friendly and vibrant community of staff and students.
With Pacific students making up nearly a fifth of students at Unitec, the Fono Faufautua committee (our Pacific community board) plays an important role in increasing Pacific success.