A nationwide research project has begun looking at low literacy and numeracy for Tagata Pasifika called "The Expression, Experiences & Transcendence of Low Skill for Aotearoa New Zealand".

The research seeks to find out what types of learning programmes target Pacific people regarding literacy and numeracy & their effectiveness. do they work, why and why not? 

Dr Betty Ofe-Grant is a NZ-born Pasifika lecturer and academic who works at AUT University, Management department and teaches Diversity, HRM, Co-operative Education and researches cultural issues regarding Tagata Pasifika and work. She is the project lead for the Pasifika component.

To take part in this research project please contact Dr Betty on betty.ofe-grant@aut.ac.nz