Kanana is a Pasifika-led mentoring and consulting organisation based in Lower Hutt, Aotearoa New Zealand. We walk alongside Pacific individuals, families and workplaces to build strong financial foundations, grow confidence and create pathways to home ownership and career advancement.
Our team combines lived Pasifika experience, financial capability expertise and culturally grounded mentoring to help our people thrive – in their homes, workplaces and communities.
We believe in empowering individuals and families to take charge of their futures.
Our programs are tailored to honor and uplift Pacific values.
We are committed to creating positive change within our communities.
we understand Pacific values, languages and aiga/whānau priorities.
No Place Like Home and Project Ikuna align with national financial capability and workforce development efforts for Pacific communities.
working alongside Hutt City Budget & Advocacy Service in Wellington and Tātaki Auckland Unlimited under Project Ikuna.
Kanana delivers practical programmes and one-to-one mentoring for Pasifika people across Aotearoa. Whether you’re dreaming of buying your first home or upskilling your staff, we provide the tools, support and advocacy to help you get there.
Project Ikuna is a government-funded initiative connecting Auckland employers with Pacific-focused training that builds digital, financial and leadership skills in the workplace. We partner with providers to deliver short, in-work courses that help Pasifika workers step into higher-skilled roles and become future-ready
Our No Place Like Home programme guides Pacific families through the home ownership process, providing support, education and assistance in each step.
Join Kanana for personalised mentoring and support.
Kanana provides financial literacy training, budget mentoring, homeownership preparation, and workforce development support.
Our services are designed for Pasifika individuals and families across Aotearoa looking to improve their financial and personal well-being.
You can visit our website to sign up for a free consultation or contact us directly.
Yes, we provide personalized mentoring tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Our programs are designed with Pacific values at the forefront, ensuring relevance and respect in our approaches.