E Tū Whānau hui with Muslim women from the Umma Trust in Auckland (2016)
Universal values inspire and strengthen diverse communities
E Tū Whānau’s violence free and whānau centered kauapapa is proudly Māori but it’s proving rich and inspirational to our refugee and migrant communities as well.
The kaupapa is inclusive with a focus on:
- supporting communities to design and lead solutions to their own issues
- cultural strengths, positive family values, and strong leadership
- fostering social connections, community involvement and a sense of belonging
- communities working together to pool resources, skills and ideas for maximum impact.
Our values – aroha, whanaungatanga, whakapapa, mana, kōrero awhi and tikanga – resonate with these communities, many of whom come from collective, family focussed cultures that have much in common, spiritually and socially, with Māori.
Read some of our stories about how refugee communities connect with E Tū Whānau.
Dr Hashem Slaimankhel’s legacy endures
NZ loses an inspirational leader in Afghan tragedy
South Asian film tackles domestic violence
Women share stories of resettlement
Goal setting course opens doors for Syrian Kiwis
E Tū Whānau PALMS Rangatahi hui a hit!
Refugee films tell moving stories
Serving others creates happiness
Values resonate across cultures
Tikanga and faith – Māori Muslim wāhine
Poetry a cultural collaboration