Stand with NNC Cook Islands Union: End Naenae College's Elitist Neglect & Pasifika Education Disparities in NZ

Cook Islands whānau uniting against Naenae College's high staff turnover, bullying, safety issues, and unequal attention for smaller Pasifika nations like ours compared to Samoa & Tonga.

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Naenae College Issues: Exposing Failures in Staff Turnover, Safety & Cultural Neglect

Naenae College in Lower Hutt, New Zealand, has faced ongoing complaints about high staff turnover, leading to disrupted learning, especially in cultural programs vital for Pasifika students.

Safety concerns at Naenae College include reports of bullying, fights, and even sexual harassment incidents, creating an unsafe environment for our children.

In New Zealand's Pasifika education system, smaller communities like Cook Islands receive far less focus and funding than larger groups from Samoa and Tonga. Despite our diaspora, Cook Islands-specific initiatives get only about 10% of Pasifika education resources, while Samoa and Tonga dominate with over 55%, marginalizing our cultural needs in schools like Naenae College.

80% COOK ISLANDS FAMILIES FEEL EXCLUDED

Key Naenae College Complaints & Grievances:

  • Severe staff turnover at Naenae College disrupting Pasifika cultural programs and student continuity in Lower Hutt.
  • Thousands of safety incidents reported at Naenae College, including bullying and fights endangering Pasifika youth.
  • Disproportionate standdown rates for Māori and Pasifika students at Naenae College, over 160% higher, ignoring whānau concerns.
  • Academic inconsistencies and potential fraud eroding trust in Naenae College's system for Pasifika families.
  • Cultural erasure in Naenae College curricula, with Cook Islands heritage sidelined while larger Pasifika nations like Samoa and Tonga receive more educational attention and resources in NZ.

Evidence of Naenae College Shortcomings & Pasifika Funding Disparities in NZ

Over 24,000 Safety Incidents

Reported at Naenae College in recent years, including bullying & harassment – endangering Pasifika students.

Chronic Staff Turnover

Forcing year groups home & disrupting cultural education for Cook Islands whānau at Naenae College.

Disproportionate Standdowns

162% higher for Māori & Pasifika, highlighting bias in Naenae College disciplinary practices.

Unequal Pasifika Education Funding in NZ

Cook Islands communities receive only ~10% of Pasifika grants, while Samoa & Tonga get over 55%, leaving smaller nations marginalized in schools like Naenae College.

Real Stories from Cook Islands Whānau on Naenae College Issues

Portrait of Maria T., a concerned Rarotonga mum highlighting Naenae College bullying issues

"As a mum from Rarotonga, Naenae's safety failures and bullying broke my heart—time to unite against these issues! - Maria T."

Portrait of Tane R., discussing Naenae College staff turnover impact on Pasifika education

"High staff turnover erased our cultural classes; elites don't care about Cook Islands students! - T."

Portrait of Elder K., addressing Naenae College standdown rates for Māori and Pasifika

"Standdowns are destroying our kids' futures in NZ education – enough is enough! - Parent R."

Portrait of Student A., sharing experiences of cultural neglect at Naenae College

"I want to learn my Cook Islands culture without fear of bullying – join the fight against Naenae College issues! - Student A."

Portrait of Family Rep, highlighting Pasifika funding disparities affecting Naenae College

"Naenae's elitism and unequal attention to Cook Islands vs Samoa/Tonga is tearing our community apart – demand change! - Parent"

Share Your Naenae College Story & Join the Fight Against Pasifika Education Injustices

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