Our Purpose
To support Pacific families in Aotearoa to thrive - physically, emotionally, financially, socially, and culturally.
Our Approach
We understand that navigating services can be overwhelming. That’s why PoAS walks alongside families, guiding them with cultural understanding and aroha/alofa.
Our Story
PoAS was created by Pacific leaders who saw a need for culturally anchored care in our region. Our mission is to uplift families so they do not just survive - they flourish.
Our Services
Family / Aiga Support
Helping aiga access the right services and navigate complex systems with ease.
Health & Wellbeing
Strengthening family safety, mental wellbeing, and stability.
Advocacy & Navigation
Connecting whānau to the right supports at the right time.
Cultural & Community Connection
Workshops, programmes, and events that celebrate Pacific identity.
What's Happening at PoAS
Tama ma Tama
Tama ma Tama is a free men’s group where men come together to talanoa, build meaningful connections, support one another, and strengthen their wellbeing through culture, community, and shared experiences.
Starting Monday 8 June 2026
Monthly
6pm to 730pm
19 Beswick Street
Moana Makers
Moana Makers is a free sewing programme that nurtures connection, creativity, and resilience by bringing our community together to learn, create, and share skills in a supportive and culturally grounded environment.
Wednesdays
Weekly
10am to 12noon
19 Beswick Street
Monday Walk-in Clinic
Walk-In Clinics are a free community drop-in service where Pasifika individuals and families can receive support, ask questions, access information, and connect with the help they need in a warm and welcoming environment.
Mondays
Weekly
930am to 2pm
19 Beswick Street
Thursday Walk-in Clinic
Walk-In Clinics is a free community drop-in service where Pasifika individuals and families can receive support, ask questions, access information, and connect with the help they need in a warm and welcoming environment.
Thursdays
Weekly
11am to 2pm
19 Beswick Street