The orientation for the Tonga Youth Parliament (TYP) 2024 begins today at the Legislative Assembly Chamber in Nuku’alofa. This program precedes the two-day TYP sessions set for Thursday and Friday, September 5-6. During these sessions, participants will engage in debates on national issues within a parliamentary framework.

The Tonga Youth Parliament aims to:

1. Promote and support youth involvement in political processes.
2. Enhance understanding of parliamentary roles, functions, rules, and procedures.
3. Foster interest in civic activities, particularly parliamentary engagement.
4. Raise public awareness of youth perspectives on national issues and challenges.
5. Inspire and empower youth in leadership and decision-making.
6. Cultivate respect and tolerance for diverse viewpoints and emphasize the importance of adhering to rules for effective discussions.

In today’s orientation, Hon. Dulcie Tei, MP for Tongatapu 6, welcomed the 29 selected TYP MPs, praising their courage and enthusiasm. She extended her best wishes for a productive and successful week.

The agenda for the TYP sessions will be determined by the participants. Proposed topics include Drugs, Education and Climate Change

Over the next three days, the orientation will immerse participants in the legislative experience and prepare them for the TYP sessions. The program includes sessions on parliamentary roles and functions, bills and election processes, and parliamentary procedures such as motions, petitions, and question time.

Targeting youth aged 14-34, the Tonga Youth Parliament has been held five times since its inception in 2002, with the last session in 2021. This year’s event is supported by the Government of Tonga, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the Chinese Embassy in Nuku’alofa, in partnership with the Legislative Assembly of Tonga.

The successful Tonga Youth Parliament Members of Parliament are as follows:

	SEAT IN PARLIAMENT	NAME	VILLAGE
1	Tongatapu 1 People’s Representative	Maria Goretti Mafi	Sopu ó Taufaáhau
2	Tongatapu 2 People’s Representative	Kioa Matahau	Kolofoóu
3	Tongatapu 3 People’s Representative	Christy Langilangi	Maúfanga
4	Tongatapu 4 People’s Representative	Angelic Pale	Houmakelikao
5	Tongatapu 5 People’s Representative	Adi Mitimiti Pasikala	Áhau
6	Tongatapu 6 People’s Representative	Viliami Penitani	Houma
7	Tongatapu 7 People’s Representative	Sosefina Hafoka	Pea
8	Tongatapu 8 People’s Representative	Ána Latu	Tokomololo
9	Tongatapu 9 People’s Representative	Maryanne Saafi	Haásini
10	Tongatapu 10 People’s Representative	Petelo Lelea	Lapaha
11	‘Eua 11 People’s Representative	Folau Maáke	Pangai – Éua
12	Ha’apai 12 People’s Representative	Lesieli Áholelei	Pangai – Haápai
13	Ha’apai 13 People’s Representative	Temaleti Fangufangu	Foa
14	Vava’u 14 People’s Representative	Halamehi Asitamani	Kapa
15	Vava’u 15 People’s Representative	Clarisse Paea	Fungamisi
16	Vava’u 16 People’s Representative	Fakaánaua Tonga	Leimatuá
17	Niuas 17 People’s Representative	Viliami Kaufononga	Niutoua
18	Tongatapu No. 1 Noble Representative	Joseph Áho	Kolofoóu
19	Tongatapu No. 2 Noble Representative	Nehusita Halatanu	Haveluloto
20	Tongatapu No. 3 Noble Representative	Mckenly Fine	Mckenly Fine
21	‘Eua Noble Representative	Linita Helu	Sapaáta
22	Ha’apai No. 1 Noble Representative	Kafo’atu Tuítavuki	Haveluloto
23	Ha’apai No. 2 Noble Representative	Milika Úlupano	Kolofo'ou
24	Vava’u No. 1 Noble Representative	Filimone Íloa	Makave
25	Vava’u No. 2 Noble Representative	Sabrina Taéhia	Tuánekivale
26	Niuas Noble Representative	Tomasi Palu	Haveluloto
27	Minister of MEIDECC	Racheal Guttenbeil	Haveluloto
28	Minister of Finance	Tuílautala Maú	Fangaloto
29	Minister of Health	Patelisio Patelisio	Kolonga

 

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