Noelani Jessica Ah Chong

A dedicated 4th-year student at the University of Auckland, pursuing a conjoint degree in Law and Commerce with a focus on International Business. As the eldest of six siblings, I have developed a strong sense of responsibility and a deep passion for service, committed to helping people from all walks of life, regardless of their background. Proud of my Samoan heritage and the strong roots I've established in my Otara community, which I proudly call home. Grateful for the opportunities that have come my way, I am a friendly and personable professional, ready to embrace any challenge with enthusiasm and dedication. My Faith, family, culture and community are the most important things in my life.

• Duke of Edinburgh International Award

- Bronze

- Silver

• National Certificate of Educational Achievement

- Level 3 Excellence Endorsement

• 2020 Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School DUX

-SEHC DUX

-Top in Statistics, Geography, English, and History

• The University of Otago Scholarships

-Otago DUX Scholarship

-Pacific Peoples Entrance Scholarship

• The University of Auckland Scholarships

-Vaka Moana Scholarship

• 2021 Siva Afi (Fire Knife) Aotearoa Woman's Competition
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-Siva Afi (Fire Knife dancing) Champion in the Women's Division

The MALOSI Project

• Co-Director | January 2024 – November 2025

-Liaised with TMP Patron Judge Ida Malosi, PILSA, and key stakeholders, including schools, Pacific communities, the legal community, and the law faculty.
-Oversaw all TMP operations and managed three key working groups: School Workshops, Community Branch, and Social Media.
-Developed and instituted the infrastructure necessary to support TMP's growth, including administrative frameworks.

• Treasurer | January 2023 – December 2023

-Maintained accurate books of accounts and records for the preparation of financial statements.
-Ensured prompt banking of all monies received by or on behalf of TMP, issuing receipts for donations.
-Applied for funding at the beginning of the calendar year.

Commerce 'O Pasifika Second-Year Student Representative | January 2022 – November 2022

-Represented second year Pasifika students taking Commerce and Property at the University of Auckland.
-Facilitated informative events for second-year students.
-Served as a voice on the executive board.

Polynesian Entertainers Siva Afi (Fire Knife) Tutor | January 2022 – August 2023

- Tutored Siva Afi (fire knife dance) to students aged 6-18 in the Mangere and Otara areas.
-Created Siva Afi routines and prepared students for the annual New Zealand Siva Afi Competition.

Otara-Papatoetoe Local Youth Board Events and Marketing Team Member | March 2020 – November 2023

-Served on the Events and Marketing team, creating and facilitating impactful community events.
-Provided academic advice to local youth and participated in community clean-up initiatives.

Otara Health Charitable Trust Street Food Supervisor | March 2020 – January 2022

-Managed, cleaned, and restocked the food pantry for the community on Velvet Crescent, Otara.
-Coordinated the pick-up and distribution of food boxes to replenish the pantry.

The Otara-Papatoetoe Local youth Board, Events and Marketing Team | March 2020 – December 2023

-Served in the Events and marketing team

-Created and facilitated impactful events in the Otara-Papatoetoe area

-Provided academic advice to the youth

-Attended Clean-up days in our Otara community.