Meleika Gesa-Fatafehi

Meleika Gesa-Fatafehi is a poet with a rich Black/Indigenous, Pasifika, and West Asian background, celebrated for her poignant storytelling. In this discussion, she delves into the significance of names, revealing how her identity is intertwined with cultural history and resilience. Meleika passionately emphasizes the importance of correctly pronouncing names, sharing personal anecdotes that highlight the dignity and ancestral ties attached to them. Her reflections inspire a deeper understanding of heritage and representation in poetry.