This week is tongan language week! This is the week where we celebrate and learn the tongan language, culture, island and its people. This years theme is " Fakakoloa 'o Aotearoa ' aki ' a e Lotu mo'oni" which translates to "Enriching Aotearoa New Zealand through prayer and faith".
How could I celebrate Tongan Language Week?
You could celebrate tongan language week by simply educating yourself. Learn the basics of the language like " Malo e Lelei" or Malo 'Aupito" that means Hello and Thank you very much. The tongan language is beautiful, so learn it and appreciate it!
Why is it important to celebrate these language weeks?
It is very important to celebrate these cultural weeks. Since, we live in New Zealand, a multicultural country, everyone should learn to appreciate each others ethnicity. Our culture is a big part of our identity and we use these language weeks to respect and admire that special part of one another!
