Toeolesulusulu Damon Salesa: New Zealand's first Pasifika vice-chancellor

Pacific scholar Toeolesulusulu Professor Damon Salesa earlier this year began his role as the vice-chancellor of AUT University.

He is the first Pasifika person in Aotearoa to be at the helm of a university.

In the spirit of Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa, we chat to le afioga Toeolesulusulu about his humble beginnings, his drive and his vision.

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Director: Mariner Fagaiava-Muller

Camera Operator: Riki Reinfeld

Editor: Damon Fepulea'i