In person · Apia
Online
Free
Postgraduate Qualitative Research Workshop
18–20 August 2026 · National University of Sāmoa, Apia · Live online across the Pacific
About this event
Three days of hands on qualitative methods for postgraduate researchers grounded in Pacific research approaches, from talanoa to community-led inquiry. Sessions are led by senior Pacific scholars and built around your own research questions, not abstract examples.
The workshop is open to postgraduate students and early-career researchers across the region. Attend in person in Apia, or join every session live online. Both streams share the same programme and mentoring.
What to expect
Hands-on sessions in Pacific research methods, from talanoa to data sovereignty.
One-on-one mentoring with senior researchers working in your field.
A cohort of peers from across the islands connections that outlast the workshop.
Programme
Day 1
Foundations & framing
Pacific research paradigms, ethics, and framing your question.
Dr Betty Ofe-Grant
Fogamoni Nicc Moeono
Day 2
Methods in practice
Talanoa, interviews, and community-led approaches applied to your project.
Emma Oliver
Selane Taire
Day 3
Analysis & voice
Making sense of qualitative data and writing with a Pacific voice.
Francis Sakato
Event details
Dates
18 - 20 August 2026
Time
9:00am - 4:00pm
WST · Sāmoa
8:00am - 3:00pm
NZST · Aotearoa
Venue
National University of Sāmoa, Apia
Online
Join link shared after registration
Cost
Free · Members first
Registration closes 8 August 2026.