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Working together to meet the health needs of Pacific people in the region

The Pasifika Medical Association Group (PMAG) is the shareholder and owner of the Pasifika Medical Association Membership, Pasifika Futures Ltd and Etu Pasifika Ltd. We are internationally and nationally renowned for various services to Pacific regional health and services to Pacific communities.

Supporting our people

PMAG sets the strategic direction for all the associated entities and monitors performance, provides governance and management support to the entities and drives the development of an investment portfolio of assets to ensure ongoing sustainability.

Key Areas of Focus

Strong strategic partnerships that influence and impact our communities
Strategic investments that provide a sustainable future
Increased clinical, academic and professional workforce
Increased number of Pacific people in leadership roles
Regional disaster support for Pacific countries

Health & Medical

The health and medical needs of our Pacific people are at the heart of all our work. The Pasifika Medical Association is a network of Pacific health professionals, working collaboratively to strengthen Pacific health workforce capacity and capability and meet the health needs of our Pacific people in New Zealand and in the Pacific region.

Wellbeing

We are committed to building Pacific families’ health and wellbeing. Through Etu Pasifika Ltd, we are able to provide integrated healthcare to our vibrant Pacific community in the Canterbury region and through Pasifika Futures Ltd – the Pacific Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency we provide support across the whole country, working closely with our partners to shape a better future for our Pacific families.

PMA Family

Established in 1996, PMA provides a forum for Pacific medical professionals to nurture and grow our Pacific health workforce.

A network of Pacific health professionals, working collaboratively to strengthen our Pacific health workforce.

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Supporting Pacific families to achieve their aspirations in health, housing, education, training and economic development.

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An innovative Primary Mental Health Model integrated with Primary and Social Services in the Canterbury region.

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An innovative Primary Mental Health Model integrated with Primary and Social Services in Auckland.

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An innovative Primary Mental Health Model integrated with Primary and Social Services in South Auckland.

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PACMAT, or the Pasifika Medical Association Medical Assistance Team, is a multidisciplinary team of Pacific health professionals ready and able to assist international medical institutions in the event of a sudden onset disaster or disease outbreak.

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The Pacific Health Dialog (PHD) is the Journal of Pacific Research for the Pacific region and a valuable resource for health professionals globally.

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The New Zealand Medical Journal (NZMJ) is the principal scientific journal for the medical profession in New Zealand.

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Moana Pasifika is a super rugby franchise whose team is made up of players from various Pacific countries, as well as New Zealand and Australian born players of Pacific descent.

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PMA Memberships

Join our PMA Membership network in order to engage with like-minded health professionals and build your skills in the workforce.

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