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Tautua: An Act of Love
Story Contributor: Rachel Jordan
In this storytelling session Rachel shares her experience navigating life as a woman of Samoan and Black American descent. She reflects on the ways in which Samoan tradition was deeply celebrated in her childhood and expresses her concerns about the younger generation not being interested or feeling welcomed to engage in the practices.
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“It’s a beautiful thing once you sit with the right people, or [when] you’re embraced by the right people. I’m very proud. I know we’re a small island nation but I really do feel like we’re mighty, we’re powerful in our voices and the way we love - especially the way we love.”
“For me, it’s my tautua to my family, my service to my family - that’s how I show love. And I think [that’s how] a lot of Samoans do.”
“Everybody wants to be Samoan until it’s time to be Samoan - to really learn about your culture and traditions. You know, something as simple as a sua...but if somebody would’ve sat down with them and took the time to explain to them what this means, it is a beautiful thing.”
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