Chairlady - Dr. Tangikina Moimoi Steen

Dr. Tangikina Moimoi Steen is the former CEO for the Ministry of Education and Training and the inaugural Vice Chancellor of Tonga National University. Originally from Tatakamotonga and Kolonga, she is a passionate reader and a dedicated advocate for education and women in tech. Dr. Steen currently serves as the Chairlady of Tonga Women in ICT (TWICT), leading with wisdom, vision, and heart.

Founder - Ms. Seluvaia Kauvaka

Seluvaia Kauvaka is the Founder and President of Tonga Women in ICT (TWICT). A passionate advocate for digital empowerment, she leads TWICT’s mission to bridge the gender gap in technology across Tonga. With a background in engineering and years of experience in both government and civil society, Seluvaia champions innovation, inclusion, and capacity-building for women and youth in tech.

Board Director - Mr. GeorgeTonga

Mr. George Tonga is a tech entrepreneur and the owner of Connect Limited, a leading ICT business in Tonga. As a TWICT Board Director, he actively supports women in tech and advocates for inclusive digital growth. Passionate about building local capacity, George trains and mentors Tongans in the tech space. Outside of work, he enjoys swimming and DJing in his free time.

Board Director - Mrs. Pateli Vailea

Mrs. Pateli is one of the original co-founders of TWICT, part of the very first coffee conversation that sparked its formation in 2018. With over 17 years of teaching experience, she continues to empower youth and communities by delivering training sessions through TWICT. Now working at the Bank of the South Pacific, she remains a dedicated supporter of TWICT’s mission, blending her passion for education with her commitment to digital empowerment.