Joshua Peauafi is a proud Pacific leader of Tongan and New Zealand European descent with a degree in Pacific and Media Studies from Victoria University of Wellington. Passionate about community engagement and cultural innovation, he has spearheaded initiatives that empower Pacific communities across Aotearoa and the Pacific.
Joshua co-founded POTPLANT STUDIO, a social enterprise using plant workshops to foster mental health conversations, and founded the PasiPaki Project, focusing on Pacific entrepreneurship and innovation. His impactful work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Kiwibank Local Hero Medal and the Leading the Pacific Scholarship.