Jemaima Tiatia-Siau is a Professor in Pacific Studies, Te Wānanga o Waipapa, School of Māori Studies and Pacific Studies, and Pro-Vice Chancellor Pacific at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. She is of Samoan descent and specialises in the study, research, and teaching of suicide prevention and postvention, mental health and wellbeing, youth development, Pacific Studies, health inequities and climate change and mental wellbeing. Professor Jemaima Tiatia-Siau is responsible for implementing the University’s strategy regarding Pacific staff, students and communities. She plays a critical role in advising the Vice-Chancellor and the senior leadership team on matters concerning Pacific peoples, communities, and the broader Pacific region. In addition, Jemaima leads and supports the development of relationships between the University and Pacific staff, students, communities, and organizations. She also oversees the University’s engagement and relationships with predominantly Pacific high schools, with support from the Schools and Community Engagement team. Furthermore, Jemaima is tasked with managing the Fale Pasifika complex, ensuring it serves the needs of the Pacific community within the University....Continue Reading Professor Jemaima Tiatia-Siau