Celebrate: 10 - 16 May 2026
The 2026 theme for Rotuma Language Week is "Ȧf'ȧk, putua, a'pumuạ'ȧk ma rak'ȧk 'os fäega ma 'os ag fak Rotuma, la se maoen 'e 'os tore" - Treasure, nurture and teach our Rotuman language and culture so it may live on through generations.
More resources for Rotuman Language Week provided by MPP here.
Introducing yourself in Rotuman Language
Pacific Kids' Learning
Common Rotuman Phrases
Pacific Kids' Learning
More useful phrases
My name is...
Learning activity to guide learners close viewing of video on Rotuman children's book.
Rotuman Language Week Resource for 2026 from our RTLB Cluster 12. Fạiȧkseˈea to the Fetū o le Moana team!
Te Huinga Raukura ki Manurewa - RTLB Cluster 12
Sopapelu Samisoni is a Rotuman far from home. This is a great resource to watch, pause and carry out discussions with our young people about how their own family/cultural practices are being kept alive and useful today.
Short Rotuman Film. Suggested audience: senior high school.
Captures so well the reality for many young people. A powerful reminder to treasure our heritage language and cultural champions present in our homes and communities.
Rotuman language images to print
First children's book in Rotuma language. The Rotuma language, is rare and endangered, on the brink of hopeful revival, with efforts underway to create captivating children's literature for its speakers.
Rotuman Song for young children
I can sing a rainbow
Action song in both english and Rotuman language.
Rotuman Anthem
Part 1 or 3. Journey of Ngaire Fuata a Kiwi Rotuman woman who journeys to Rotuma, her father's home. Great watch for our teenagers.
Part 1: mainly NZ story Part 2 and 3 are in Rotuma.