Tikanga 101

Want to feel more comfortable and confident in Māori spaces? Afraid of causing offense, so don’t do anything as a result? Ever had a growling for something, even though you tried to do the right thing? This one day workshop unpacks some key mātāpono/ values in the Māori world that guide behaviour and provide the rationale behind customary practises.

Who is this programme for?

Anybody wanting to grow their knowledge of te ao Māori/ the Māori world, and improve engagement with Māori as a result!
What will you / your team get out of it?
In this workshop you will:
  • Explore the meanings of tikanga and kawa.
  • Discover key values in te ao Māori and the interconnectedness between these.
  • Build on your knowledge of pūrākau/ Māori narratives and how these guide key processes such as the pōwhiri.
  • Unpack karakia - their purposes and place in life and mahi.
  • Leave with practical tips for understanding and embracing tikanga in work and life.
  • All packaged up in engaging activities and Donna’s effervescent style!
  • 5 hour workshop: 9 - 2 pm
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Donna Barlow-Rolleston, our tutor, was excellent. She connected with all of us, and her deep knowledge of te ao Māori was truly inspiring. We left the course with a greater appreciation for te ao Māori and the Treaty, and their roles in shaping New Zealand's future.
Highly recommended for anyone looking to gain a deeper insight into these pivotal aspects of New Zealand's history and culture.
Jason Sutherland, Head of EPMONZTA/ Waka Kotahi
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