Motiv8 Fiji

Blessed to have had the opportunity to work with this amazing leader.

Elizabeth Erasito, custodian of Fiji’s parks and places, aged 57 The work of conservation in small island states is rarely abstract. It is shaped by land that is limited, institutions that are thinly resourced, and pressures that arrive from far beyond national borders. Decisions about forests, rivers, reefs, and historic sites are often framed as technical choic...

What a blessing it has been to reach another milestone in our project’s journey. We are constantly in awe of how far this initiative has come — but even more so, we are deeply grateful for the incredible people we’ve met along the way.

To all the Rotuman associations around the world and every individual who has generously given their time, resources, and support — faiakse’ea e hanisi.

A heartfelt thank you to the ACP EU Culture Grant and Pacific-Community-SPC for believing in us and supporting our mission. We look forward to what lies ahead with excitement and hope. The journey continues.

It’s been a long journey but the work has been worth it. To see the reaction and joy in the faces of those that we get to share this story with is just an emotionally fulfilling experience.

There’s work and then there’s a passion project. This is on another level

We have been reflecting on our USA premiere, feeling so humbled and inspired by the wonderful people we have connected with along the way.

To the Rotumans in America group and especially the organizing committee, we thank you for agreeing to host us and for the warm welcome and hospitality we received in Sacramento.

Thank you for your tireless work and efforts behind the scenes to keep our culture alive, even though Rotumans in America are so far from our home island.

We’re honored to have had the opportunity to share The Rotuma Project and share a bit about our journey. Thank you for reciprocating and also sharing your own journeys and experiences of life in the diaspora with us.

We were truly blessed and encouraged to see people with the same passion and vision for holding onto and celebrating our shared heritage. Separated, we will scatter to the wind. Together, we can continue to nourish our shared roots. We pray for blessings, strength and God’s covering on your group and your families.

Alalum ma kikia.

P.S. More thank yous from our journey to come... . .
Special thank you to the ACP EU Culture Grant and partners Pacific-Community-SPC for making this possible. Your support is empowering us to travel and reach new audiences and spread the stories of our people far and wide.