Election 2023: Pasifika Decisions
Words by Sesila Watkins (she/her)
With the upcoming 2023 election only weeks away, it is extremely important for us as Pasifika to play our part and vote. Voting ensures that we are represented in Parliament and that we are at the head of the table when it comes to decision making that impacts Pasifika people.
Here are a few things to think and ask yourself with the upcoming election:
Have I enrolled to vote, and have my family and friends enrolled to vote too?
Which party will implement the values of myself and my family, and fulfil what we need in order to succeed?
Do I know what the policies are for each party and for my electorate candidate?
What do I want to see for myself and my communities in the next three years?
How can I ensure that the next government is one that I can hold accountable for their promises?
If you haven’t enrolled to vote yet, head to vote.nz and get enrolled!
Our People in Parliament from the 2020-2023 term:
Labour
Carmel Sepuloni—Deputy Prime Minister: 2023
Barbara Edmonds—Mana MP: 2020-2023
Anahila Kanongata’a-Suisuiki—List MP: 2017-2023
Anae Neru Leavasa—Takanini MP: 2020-2023
Terisa Ngobi—Ōtaki MP: 2020-2023
Jenny Salesa—Panmure-Ōtāhuhu MP: 2020-2023
Aupito Su’a William Sio—Māngere MP: 2008-2023
Tangi Utikere—Palmerston North MP: 2020-2023
Poto Williams—Christchurch MP: 2020-2023
Lemaunga Lydia Sosene—List MP: 2020-2023
Green
Teanau Tuiono—List MP: 2020-2023