OUR IMPACT
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Our programmes have provided education, training and mentorship to over 60 diverse Pasifika peoples across Aotearoa, in the last two years, leading to over 1,000 people employed in the creative sector.
We have produced 11 original theatre productions that have been seen by over 10,000 people, promoting cross-cultural understanding and preserving Pasifika stories for future generations.
We have given talks and workshops across the country from Whangarei down to Dunedin to over 800 people.
Programme Impact Value
"And the wealth of knowledge that gets shared is, like, this is stuff that Uni students pay $4,000 for, and this is everything that I've received within 10 weeks FREE"
This powerful testimonial from a
participant encapsulates the extraordinary value delivered by the programme.
Effective Teaching Approach
"Because everyone on board is one of us and they can understand how we are and how we navigate through the space of performing arts. I
felt it was really more helpful and effective because they had an understanding."
This testimonial from a
participant talks about the cultural understanding and shared Pasifika values, through the programme being delivered by Pasifika staff.
Career Advancement
"I am getting ready to have a song that's going to be released because of the work of my mentorship with my mentors. And I have a better understanding and learning of how I want to direct my next music video from the teachings of my other mentors and putting those two together I was able to apply for funding"
This testimonial demonstrates a clear example of career advancement through mentorship and learning on the programme.
COMMUNITY
O le tele o sulu e maua ai figota
Our strength is not a solitary flame; it is a vibrant fire ignited by the collective spirit of many. Through unity and collaboration, we can conquer even the most formidable challenges.
As Pasifika, we carry the legacy of those who walked before us. We do not walk alone; we stride forward with our families, our ancestors, our friends, our villages, our networks, and our communities. Each step we take is rooted in the rich tapestry of our experiences and the strength of our shared identities. What we do matters profoundly.
Every action is a seed that blossoms into ripples, spreading through individuals, families, villages, communities, and beyond.
One drop of our stories doesn't merely create ripples; it carves waterways that intertwine to form pools, rivers, seas, and oceans of change. From these waterways, powerful currents of transformation emerge, reshaping the landscape of our society.
The impact of our contributions can range from simple acts of kindness to monumental shifts that last a lifetime. It all begins with one drop, one story, one shared experience at a time. Together, we can create waves of positive change that resonates through generations.
Olivia Taouma
Chair, LIMA Productions Trust
Our Art - Our Community - Our Oceans of Change
Some of our Pasifika village across Aotearoa that have participated
in a LIMA workshop, programme, mentorship, and/or show
Island Vibes
LIMA = Aisea Latu and Joanna Mika (Co-Producers of Island Vibes)
AUCKLAND
Foster a supportive 'aiga-like' space, where excellence and professionalism thrive alongside open dialogue and mutual service. Using music as a catalyst for unity, change, and cultural preservation. Aim to craft songs that narrate stories, elevate souls, and reflect the diverse cultural tapestry of our experiences.
Enhancing Niuean, Tongan, Samoan and Māori language through song in Aotearoa.
Lemau Creative
LIMA = Jasmine Leota & Isitolo Alesana (Co-Directors of Lemau Creative)
WELLINGTON
"Staying grounded in culture while growing in creativity".
Creating Tagata Moana female empowering digital art and stationary. Giving back to the community through our multi-disciplinary art works - workshops, programmes, performances, rich soundscapes and captivating music compositions and youth education
Kupega Affect
LIMA= Sale, Selina and Malekeline (Kupega Affect Co-Directors)
WELLINGTON
Kupega Affect ethos is on the emphasis of ‘cultural osmosis’ meaning of the natural diffusion of high concentrate to a low concentrate, to create a meaningful cultural equilibrium that is effortless.
Key Tokelau community activators who also want to inspire the Pacific disabilities community, to share their creative gifts to the world.
Fale Pasifika Te Tai Tokerau
LIMA = Lata Finau
WHANGAREI
Fale Pasifika (also known as Northland Pacific Island Charitable Trust). Offers Practical help and information, cultural and health programmes and interpreting; social and welfare services for Pacific Island people living in Northland.
Polynesian Pages
LIMA = Zandra Ah Jay-Maepu (Director)
CHRISTCHURCH
Dedicated to promoting, advocating and supporting Pasifika Artists in Ōtautahi and Aotearoa.
Developing a fresh Ōtautahi arts festival for new and developing art works - with community workshops, shows and engagement - November 2026.
Galuva’a Siva Samoa
LIMA = Diana Elisara (Co-Director)
WHANGAREI
An initiative that offers classes and platforms for people, particularly girls and women, to learn and connect with Samoan culture through the traditional dance form of Siva Samoa.
It serves as a cultural exchange space, fostering community and personal growth, and has expanded to include males as well, offering a pathway to understand and embrace Samoan heritage.
Fine Fatale
LIMA= Mario Faumui, Amanaki Prescott-Faletau
(Co-Directors Fine Fatale)
AUCKLAND
Amplify Pasifika and Māori Trans and Queer MVPFAFF artists. An eclectic league of Aotearoa’s finest creatives, their elusive style combines Pacific motifs and hip hop street finesse, marking Fine Fatale as key holders to the Queendom!
MVPFAFF+
