Melissa Maykin

As a former pastor, Samoan Andre Afamasaga has reconciled his faith, culture and sexuality. The Alofa Project gives other queer folk and their families the tools to do the same.

Before the Bible reached the Pacific, spirituality was already alive in the land, ocean, and sky.

A new Pasifika mentorship program in Moreton Bay is helping high schoolers stay connected to culture while building confidence in their academic journey. 

As this trend spreads, concerns are growing about the risks of brain injuries and the intense pressure on young men to prove themselves.  

Niue is testing cool roof technology to find out the sun-reflective resin can reduce indoor temperatures, lower carbon emissions, and improve well-being and productivity.

Pacific sovereignty and autonomy is often lost in discussions by outsiders about the region. In a webinar hosted by the Pacific Theological College, academic Dr Tarcisius Kabutaulaka asks: how can Pacific people regain control of the narrative?

Hot, humid environments create ideal conditions for skin issues like candida and tinea. How can you tackle these early? 

ABC Pacific Soul host Melissa Maykin was in Papua New Guinea to cover Pope Francis' historic visit when she by chance happened to meet the man calling for Catholics in the country to be "wantoks of love".

For Pacific people, caring for elders at home is a part of life. But when neurological conditions like dementia develop, aged care can be the only option. How can Pacific families navigate dementia care in Australia and in the islands today?

One in three Pasifika men will die from heart disease, yet it is preventable. On this episode of Pacific Pulse, we chat to Associate Professor of Public Health at the University of Auckland, Sir Collin Tukuitonga, about why quitting cigarettes is a crucial first step in improving heart health.