Tonga Language Week: “Holo pe tu‘u he ko e ngalu e fasi”, proverb speaks to resilience in the face of challenges

As Aotearoa celebrates Tonga Language Week, three outstanding Tongan postgraduate researchers at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland in New Zealand are showcasing the interweaving of culture, academic excellence, and community service. The University of Auckland says their work reflects the richness of Tongan knowledge systems and the enduring value of lea faka-Tonga in shaping research that uplifts and empowers.