8.2K views · 98 reactions | This week is Samoan Language Week  We're proud to celebrate the important role that Samoan language and culture plays in our Force. Here’s a message from LMT(L) Ian Rankin, a sailor in the Royal New Zealand Navy. #Force4NZ #SamoanLanguageWeek | NZ Defence Force | Facebook

10K views · 145 reactions | Talofa Lava! It’s Vaiaso o le Gagana Sāmoa (Samoan Language Week) Today Manukau Institute of Technology launched our new level 3 courses in Gagana Sāmoa and Lea Faka Tonga. The programmes help Pacific people connect with their culture through language and others to enhance their understanding of these important communities in Auckland. | Manukau Institute of Technology | Facebook

95K views · 3.8K reactions | Happy Samoan Language week! Today we had the honour of having three incredible young Samoan migrant students on the show, along with their teacher. They spoke to us about how they remain connected to their Samoan culture and identity while living in another country. | Breakfast | Facebook