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Volunteer Positions
Submit your expression of interest to our team via email: pasifika.physio@gmail.com
We are currently seeking passionate volunteers to support the Pasifika Physiotherapy Association. If you have skills, experience, or an interest in contributing to our community, we encourage you to explore the opportunities below and submit your expression of interest.
Social Media and Design
- 2 positions available for content creators to assist our social media lead across different platforms
Finance & Funding
- 2 positions available to assist Treasurer with identifying and applying for funding. Preferably with experience in relevant area.
Membership and Marketing
- 2–3 positions available to assist Secretary with admin, marketing and IT
Chair Reports
Chair Report 2023
A landmark year for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, marked by significant achievements in leadership, partnerships, education, and advocacy from April 2022 to April 2023 strengthening the Pacific voice both locally and across the region.
Chair Report 2024
A year of transition and growth for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, reflecting leadership change, stronger partnerships, clear strategic direction, and meaningful community impact across New Zealand and the wider Pacific region.
Chair Report 2025
A year of strategic strengthening for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, reflecting leadership continuity, improved governance, stronger regional partnerships, and workforce development across New Zealand and the wider Pacific region.
Chair Report 2026
A year of innovation and collective impact for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, highlighting strengthened leadership, expanded opportunities for members, strategic partnerships, and meaningful contributions to physiotherapy development across New Zealand and the wider Pacific region.
PPA Strategic Action Plan 2026-2027
Updated the PPA Strategic Action Plan 2026–2027 to outline the Association’s mission, core values, and strategic priorities. The plan focuses on growing membership, building a sustainable association, and strengthening leadership, cultural connection, and professional development within the Pacific physiotherapy community.
PPA Strategic Action Plan 2026-2027
Updated the PPA Strategic Action Plan 2026–2027 to outline the Association’s mission, core values, and strategic priorities for strengthening the Pacific physiotherapy community. The document highlights key initiatives focused on growing membership, building a financially sustainable association, and fostering leadership, cultural connection, and professional development across the Pacific physiotherapy workforce.
News
Expressions of interest open to be on Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand Pacific Peoples Committee
Expressions of interest open to be on Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand Pacific Peoples Committee PBNZ (Physiotherapy Board of NZ) is seeking expressions of interest from Aotearoa NZ Registered Physiotherapists of Pacific descent who are interested in joining the Board’s Pacific Peoples Committee. The Pacific Peoples Committee is a strategic committee, providing a Pacific lens on regulatory matters. The Committee offers advice and recommendations to the Board | Te Poari to support culturally informed regulation and improved health equity outcomes for Pacific communities
Podcast: Cultural Safety in Physiotherapy for Pacific Peoples
Listen to the latest podcast exploring cultural safety in physiotherapy for Pacific peoples. Learn about culturally safe practice, Pacific perspectives, and supporting equitable healthcare outcomes.
News
Podcast: Cultural Safety in Physiotherapy for Pacific Peoples
Listen to the latest podcast exploring cultural safety in physiotherapy for Pacific peoples. Learn about culturally safe practice, Pacific perspectives, and supporting equitable healthcare outcomes.
Physiotherapy in the Pacific Region Meeting
“A historic gathering of representatives from many of our Pacific Island nations occurred yesterday on the 4th of August 2026. Members invited gathered with stakeholders to discuss challenges and the future of physiotherapy in the Pacific.
We are privileged to announce that as a result of this meeting, the Pacific Physiotherapy Regional Action Group (PPRAG) has been established and had its first meeting. A group of representatives and voices from the Pacific who will be working together for the future of Physiotherapy in the Pacific.
PPA is honoured to be part of this journey and would like to extend our warmest gratitude and congratulations to Lilo Dr Oka Sanerivi for pioneering this initiative. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to our stakeholders from Physiotherapy New Zealand (PNZ), Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA), World Physiotherapy and the University of Auckland for your support and guidance with this project.
Our utmost gratitude is also extended to all our Pacific physiotherapy representatives who joined in person and online from Niue, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Tuvalu, Tonga, New Zealand, Samoa, Vanuatu and the Cook
Islands 
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Chair Reports
Chair Report 2023
A landmark year for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, marked by significant achievements in leadership, partnerships, education, and advocacy from April 2022 to April 2023 strengthening the Pacific voice both locally and across the region.
Chair Report 2024
A year of transition and growth for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, reflecting leadership change, stronger partnerships, clear strategic direction, and meaningful community impact across New Zealand and the wider Pacific region.
Chair Report 2025
A year of strategic strengthening for the Pacific Physiotherapy Association, reflecting leadership continuity, improved governance, stronger regional partnerships, and workforce development across New Zealand and the wider Pacific region.
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