Te Poutoko Ora A Kiwa

🌺 The programme is here!

Join us for the Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa Research Symposium 2026 as we bring together researchers, communities, practitioners, policymakers and emerging leaders from across Aotearoa and the Pacific.

This year’s theme, “Insights to Action: Research that strengthens health solutions across Aotearoa and the Pacific,” showcases innovative research and real-world solutions across:

🔹 Child, Youth & Women’s Health
🔹 Non-Communicable Diseases
🔹 Pandemic Preparedness & Infectious Diseases
🔹 Health Equity, Technology & Climate Change

Hear from leading Pacific and global health experts, engage in thought-provoking panel discussions, explore cutting-edge research, and connect with those shaping the future of health across our region.

📅 Wednesday 24 June 2026
📍 Fale Pasifika, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland
✅ Registrations are still open - link in bio

Swipe through to view the full programme and discover an exciting day of learning, collaboration and action.

📚✨ Poster Presentations ✨📚

We’re pleased to showcase Poster Presentations on display all day during the symposium. Explore innovative research covering Pacific and Māori health, infectious diseases, cancer, digital health, maternal health, health equity and more.

Come along, meet the researchers and discover the ideas helping to shape healthier futures for our communities.

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Fale Pasifika, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland

📣🤩 We’re excited to hear from our expert panellists as they share the research, experiences and innovations shaping healthier futures across Aotearoa and the Pacific. Explore the four panel discussions featured at the Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa Research Symposium 2026.

🌺 Women’s Health: Eliminating Cervical Cancer in the Pacific
🌺Pacific Academy of Sciences: Enhancing Excellence in Science in the Pacific
🌺Mental Health Across the Pacific
🌺Climate Crisis & Its Implications for Wellbeing


📅 24 June 2026
📍 Fale Pasifika, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland
Link in bio to register 🤏

✨ Introducing our Keynote and Plenary Speakers ✨

Join us to hear from three distinguished leaders whose work spans women’s health, public health, digital innovation and health equity across Aotearoa, the Pacific and beyond. Together, they will share insights on strengthening health systems, translating research into action, fostering innovation and building partnerships that improve health outcomes for communities throughout our region. 🌏💙

🌟 Keynote Speaker
Dr Ai Ling Tan - Senior gynaecological oncologist and Senior Academic, University of Sydney

🌟 Plenary Speakers

Professor Robyn Whittaker - Co-Director, TRANSFORM Research Centre, Waipapa Taumata Rau University of Auckland and Clinical Director HealthX, Health NZ

 Dr Corina Grey - Director of Public Health, Ministry of Health, New Zealand

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Fale Pasifika, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland

Link in bio to register 🤏

🌎 Stream 4: Health Equity, Technology & Climate Change

What happens when artificial intelligence, climate science, digital innovation, and health equity intersect?

This stream explores the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of health across Aotearoa and the Pacific. From addressing algorithmic bias in healthcare and using digital twins to better understand urban heat, to examining climate impacts on child health, increasing participation in clinical trials, and understanding health information shared on social media, these presentations showcase research at the forefront of innovation and equity.

Chaired by Li’amanaia Dr Roannie Ng Shiu, Stream 4 brings together researchers committed to ensuring that technological advances and climate responses are informed by the needs, experiences, and aspirations of our communities.

📍 Building 225, James Henare Centre Conference Room
📅 24 June 2026
🕐 1:40pm – 3:40pm

🌏 Stream 3: Pandemic Preparedness & Infectious Diseases
Pandemics and infectious diseases continue to pose significant challenges for Pacific communities, highlighting the importance of strong health systems, surveillance, workforce capability, research, and regional collaboration.

Join us for Stream 3 of the Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa Symposium 2026, where researchers and practitioners will share insights on rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease, immunisation workforce development, antiviral discovery, disease surveillance, scabies, respiratory infections, and strengthening preparedness across the Pacific region.

Chaired by Professor Judith McCool, this stream brings together leading experts working at the intersection of research, policy, public health, and community action to improve health security and resilience for Pacific peoples.

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Room B273-107, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland
🕐 1:40pm – 3:40pm

🌺 Stream 2: Noncommunicable Diseases

Noncommunicable diseases remain one of the greatest health challenges facing Pacific peoples, impacting individuals, families, communities, and health systems across Aotearoa and the Pacific.

Join us for Stream 2 of the Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa Symposium 2026 as researchers, clinicians, and community leaders explore innovative approaches to prevention, treatment, equity, and culturally responsive care. Topics span dementia, cancer care, mental health, nutrition, physiotherapy, community pharmacy, family wellbeing, and cutting-edge biomedical research.

Chaired by Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga, this stream showcases research that bridges science, culture, policy, and practice to improve health outcomes for Pacific communities.

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Room B273-104, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland
🕐 1:40pm – 3:40pm

Link here: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/te-poutoko-ora-a-kiwa-research-symposium-2026-tickets-1984514090065

🌺 Stream 1: Child, Youth & Women’s Health

The health of future generations starts here.

From pregnancy, parenting and women’s health, to youth wellbeing, va**ng, AI, digital health and life-course research, this stream showcases innovative research shaping healthier futures for Pacific peoples across Aotearoa and the Pacific.

Join us as established leaders and emerging researchers share evidence, insights and solutions to some of the most pressing health challenges facing our communities today.

📅 24 June 2026
📍 Fale Pasifika, Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland
🕐 1:40pm – 3:40pm
Link in Bio 🤏

✨ Building healthier futures, one generation at a time.

A friendly reminder to join us this week for an online open consultation to assist in developing Niue's national research ethics framework 🇳🇺

Details to join us and register are in the post below! ⬇️

Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa and Niue's Department of Health are pleased to invite you to an online open consultation to assist in developing Niue's national research ethics framework. This is an opportunity for our Niue communities, researchers, health professionals, and policymakers to shape how ethical research is conducted in Niue.

This webinar brings together leading voices in theology, ethics, and Pacific health leadership to explore what a culturally grounded, community-centred ethics framework could look like for Niue.

Featuring an incredible panel:
- Rev Dr Matagi Vilitama
- Dr Le'Roy Tatui
- AP Susan Bull
- AP Monique Jonas
Facilitated by Prof. Sir Collin Tukuitonga

When? Wednesday 10th June, 4pm (Niue) | Thursday 11th June, 3pm (NZ)
Where? Online via Zoom
Who? Open to all. Please register here for the Zoom link: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/developing-niues-ethic-framework-an-open-consultation-tickets-1989186583619

A few upcoming ✨FREE✨ events at Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa.

We’re excited to welcome you both online and in person as we come together to share knowledge, strengthen connections and support Pacific-led research and health solutions across our communities 🌏💡📚

🗓️ June 10 - Cook Islands Webinar 🇨🇰
Data Analysis Techniques and Tools with Mama Teremoana MaUa-Hodges, Assoc. Prof Jesse Kokaua, Jean Mitaera and Metua Bates
📍 Where: Via Zoom

🗓️ June 11 - Niue Webinar Series 🇳🇺
Developing Niue’s Ethics Framework: An Open Consultation with Rev. Dr Matagi Vilitama Jessop, Dr Le’Roy Tatui, Assoc. Prof Susan Bull, Assoc. Prof. Monique Jonas and Prof. Sir Collin Tukuitonga
📍 Where: Via Zoom

🗓️ June 24 - Research Symposium
Insights to Action: Research that strengthens health solutions across Aotearoa and the Pacific.
📍 Location: Fale Pasifika, UOA City Campus

🔗Registration links in comments section below!

❓Any questions? Reach out to the team at [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there!