Sex the ‘Pacific Way’: An autoethnographic talanoa

AUTHOR(S)
Tiana Griffin
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The article explores the impact of colonization and missionisation on Pacific sexualities, particularly focusing on Indigenous Pacific women. It highlights how these historical forces have rendered discussions about sex taboo, especially among young Pacific women. Using the Pacific methodology of talanoa, the author presents an autoethnographic account of one Mana Moana va’ine reclaiming her sexual sovereignty. This personal narrative not only addresses experiences of sexual subjugation but also emphasizes the importance of re-indigenisation through access to Indigenous knowledge and practices. The talanoa critiques the coloniality of sexuality, challenges colonial Christian imaginations, and asserts the significance of Indigenous voices and lived experiences. It offers practical pathways for re-indigenising sexuality, grounded in cultural authenticity and self-determination.

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Journal Article
August 28, 2025
Published in
2023
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