2026 Immersia | Pacific Pathways: Talanoa & Tokstori

Join us for a Talanoa and Tokstori exploring how Pacific values grounded in relationships, people, place, and culture, support academic excellence and community service. This guided round table will bring together Pacific researchers to share their experiences, research interests, and the pathways that have led them to their work. Through conversation, participants will reflect on the importance of Tokstori as both a way of being and a research practice, while exploring the similarities and differences across their journeys. Facilitated by the Pacific Programme Manager from the International Science Council Regional Focal Point Asia-Pacific, the discussion will connect individual stories to broader aspirations for Pacific communities and futures, contributing to a larger conversation about collective goals and visions We are proud to present this event in collaboration with the Academy of Science Pacific Programme. Please note: If you require accessibility accommodations or a visitor Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan please contact the event organisers. This event may be photographed and recorded. The recorded material may be used to promote future ANU events and programs. By attending the event you are giving us informed consent. If you DO NOT wish to be recorded, please let ANU event staff know on the day. We will be mindful and ensure not to photograph any faces of children present.