Talofa lava, my name is Sililoto Samoa Lio Fale. I was raised in the vibrant community of Massey, where my roots run deep and where I received my education at Lincoln Heights Primary and Massey High School. I’ve been blessed with over 20 years of marriage and four beautiful children. Being a husband and father has shaped my understanding of humility, compassion, and the true essence of servant leadership.

With over 25 years of experience working in West Auckland, I’ve held a variety of roles starting in my teenage years with local jobs and later contributing to government departments, non-government social service organisations, and most recently, serving as a career’s advisor at Massey High School.

A defining influence in my life was Toeolesulusulu Leataata, affectionately known as “Leata” who guided me through my formative years as our Pacific Liaison and Samoan group tutor at Massey High. Her support and leadership left a lasting impression on me, and I am honoured to now step into the role of Community Navigator.

Fa’amalua (Malua) Tipi  a former lecturer at the University of Auckland’s Faculty of Education as well as a former board chairperson for The Fono. Fa'amalua has been restructuring Leataata Organization currently Managing Leataata o Tupulaga Trust. He follows in the footsteps of his mother Toeolesulusulu enabling opportunities for Pasifika families to change their lives for the better. 

Fakaalofa lahi atu, my name is Christopher Smylie, and I proudly serve as a Leataata Navigator based at the Leataata Education and Wellbeing Hub in Massey, West Auckland.

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I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling from Laidlaw College and a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Management, majoring in Sports Management, from Otago Polytechnic. With over three years of experience in social services, I have focused my work on supporting mental health and overall wellbeing particularly for communities facing complex challenges.

My approach is grounded in empathy, cultural understanding, and non-judgement. I believe in meeting individuals and families where they are, walking alongside them, and offering holistic, strengths-based support.

Outside of my professional work, I enjoy quality time with my family and continuing my development in the mental health space through further study. I am passionate about empowering others, building strong community connections, and creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued.

Yvonne Slade is a Registered Counsellors serving our Auckland Community.  She is diligent in her ability to listen and give decisive outcomes that target getting positive outcomes in her professional work.  Yvonne has been instrumental in helping families in need across Tamaki Makaurau Auckland.  She is always serving her community to get the best outcomes.