Savaii youth engage with Samoa Support Systems on mental health solutions
Apia, SAMOA — (November 24, 2025) More than 60 youth participants from Savaii communities gathered at the Jet Over Hotel last week Friday for a ‘Talanoa session’ on mental health.

![This ‘Talanoa’ not only brought young people together and created safe spaces for them to discuss their social challenges and reflect on effective strategies, but also allowed them to explore ways to help their families and communities. [photo supplied] Samoa Support Group](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/samoa_support_systems.jpeg?itok=61s16Q_y)
![The five‑member team representing the American Samoa Powerlifting Federation (ASPF) made their historic debut at the 2025 Oceania Regional Powerlifting Championships in Christchurch, New Zealand. (L‑R: Emau Siaosi, Justin Pedro, Lesmarie Ioane, Frank Asi, John Ioane. In front: ASPF President Ed Imo and Ben Imo, proudly holding their IPF Level 2 Coaching Certification — the highest coaching qualification in the International Powerlifting Federation.) [courtesy photo] The five‑member team representing the American Samoa Powerlifting Federation](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/team_am._samoa.jpg?itok=fLJOYdhr)







