manatua, o lau gagana, o lau aganu’u fo’i . - remember, your language is also your culture.
E tatau ona e manatua le mea na e sau ai
you must remember where you come from
About Us
Faasinomaga - Identity
At MANATUA, we passionately dedicate ourselves to nurturing and safeguarding the essence of our language. Our commitment goes beyond preserving culture; it extends to shaping a vibrant future for generations to come. In 2021, a pivotal moment inspired us to cultivate a mindset and execute a comprehensive plan, resulting in accessible resources for everyone – all generations, from the young to the elderly, individuals, and families alike – to seamlessly embrace the Samoan language. Join us in preserving our language! Your participation is key to this noble cause. Always remember, your language is your culture. Together, let's make a lasting impact.
ma·na·tua
veape
1. o le mafai lea ona tu’uina ma fa’ailoa i le mafaufau se tagata, mea sa va’aia, iloa, ma sa tutupu i se taimi ua tuana’i / mavae.
re·mem·ber
verb
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have in or be able to bring to one's mind an awareness of (someone or something that one has seen, known, or experienced in the past).
mission
Our mission is to preserve and promote the Samoan language by providing educational resources, cultural activities, and advocacy initiatives to ensure its continued use and relevance in the modern world.
tōfā manino
O le sini autū ina ia fa'asaoina ma fa'alauiloa le Gagana Samoa e ala lea i le gaosiaina o puna'oa fa'a-le-a'oa'oga, galuega fa'atino o aganu'u, ma porokalame e lagolago ai le gagana, e fa'amautuina ai le fa'aauau o le fa'aaogāina ma lona tāua i taimi fa'aonapõnei.
vision
Our vision is to create a vibrant and inclusive Samoan language community that is respected and celebrated by all. We strive to ensure that the Samoan language is accessible to all, and that its use is encouraged and celebrated in all aspects of life.
tōfā mamao
O le fa’amoemoe ina ia fausia se tu’ufa’atasiga o le gagana Sāmoa e fa’aaloalo ma fa’amanatuina e Ekalesia, ‘āiga, ma nu’u. Matou te naunau e mautinoa, o le gagana Sāmoa e avanoa mo le lautelega o le aofia, ma o lana fa’aaogāina o lo’o fa’amālosia ma fa’amanatuina i so’o se itū lava o le olaga.
Donate
E so’o le fau i le fau. Unity is strength.
Your support can amplify MANATUA's impact as we continue to promote Gagana Samoa. The work we do would not be possible without passionate, generous, like-minded donors who give to support our cause. We would be humbled and grateful to partner with you on this journey of promoting and preserving the Samoan language and culture and hope you consider donating.
