Donina Va’a has worked as a community program manager, early childhood specialist, and a passionate advocate for including Pacific communities in decision-making. Having served on a range of boards over the last two decades, and with her lifelong appreciation of faith, family, and love, Donina founded the Pacific Women’s Professional and Business Network to nurture and celebrate Pacific women and to open doors of opportunities for young women and girls.
CORE Pacific Collective’s Collaborative Approach to COVID-19 Response in Pacific Communities
The CORE Pacific Collective, comprising renowned Pasifika leaders Jioji Ravulo, Seini Afeaki, Malaemie Fruean, Donina Va’a, and Maherau Arona, continues to lead a culturally centred, community-led initiative addressing health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic across Pacific communities in New South Wales.