Falegau Melanie Lilomaiava Silulu
Falegau's work is dedicated to advancing the health and wellbeing of Pacific peoples and communities, with a particular focus on older Pacific adults living in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Her research explores topics such as age-friendly communities and the influence of spirituality and culture on health. She is also a member of the AUT Centre for Active Ageing and is deeply committed to co-designing research that is community-led and culturally responsive, ensuring that Pacific voices are at the heart of health policy and practice.