How to work effectively with Māori

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Practice for working effectively with Māori

We must work effectively with Māori and learn about mana tamaiti, whakapapa and whanaungatanga so we can respect these concepts in our practice.

Hui ā-whānau

Hui ā-whānau are a whānau gathering facilitated using Māori methods of engagement and protocols (te reo me ōna tikanga). They are initiated and facilitated by either whānau themselves or Oranga Tamariki staff to engage whānau as early as possible.

Kairaranga ā-whānau

Kairaranga ā-whānau is a specialist Māori role. The literal meaning of the term is: a person who is a weaver of family connections.

Whānau searching

Whānau searching connects tamariki to their whānau network and when done well may extend into hapū and iwi. It helps identify the right people to participate and be involved in whānau decision-making about tamariki wellbeing.

Whakapapa research

Whakapapa research focuses on researching and identifying people, places and events that will provide tamariki with access to important cultural connections for their sense of belonging, wellbeing and identity.

Te reo terms

This is a te reo Māori glossary of terms and phrases that practitioners are likely to use and understand in daily interactions with tamariki, whānau, hapū and iwi. These terms are widely used in the guidance and operational policy on the Practice Centre.

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