Talofa Fe’a helped the Pacific Ciguatera Network as a research assistant by leading ciguatera research efforts in American Samoa, and partnering with the fishing communities in American Samoa to support community needs. Talofa explores community food systems and related environmental issues that shape what people can or choose to eat. Her approach to any and all research is shaped by Fa’aSamoa (the Samoan way of life), rooted in the core values of fa’aaloalo (respect), tautua (service), and alofa (love).

She now works with the Environment, Culture, and Community (ECC) Research Group (PI: Dr. Megan Mucioki) at Emory.

Key Research Interests:
Two-eyed seeing
Collaborative stewardship
Traditional foods