Governance
Tongan Society South Canterbury Board
The Society's board consists of eight members representing various segments of our community, including the Tongan church, youth, elders, business, rugby, women, and men's groups. Our board members are elected annually and operate in accordance with best practice governance standards.
Current Board Members - all as volunteers:
President: Hahano Latu
Vice President: Sisi Taungakava
Treasurer: Pauline Jean Luyten
Member: Ailine Luyten
Member: Rev. Mikimasi Fotu
Member: Losaline Kaulave
Member: Vai Savieti
Member: Josateki Veikune
Operational Team:
Sina Latu
General Manager: Voluntary
NZ Registered Social Worker
Working at Oranga Tamariki
Sesimani Tuli
Community Support Worker: Paid (Part-time)
Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4
Penieli Latu
Youth Worker/Mentor: Paid (Full-time)
Certificate in Personal Training Level 4
Rugby Coach
Youth Leader at FWC Church
Isabelli Faha
Youth Mentor: Voluntary
Works at The Cooperative Bank