Doing things the right way, according to our values Tikanga is concerned with the safety and protection of the whānau. It is about the rules, customs and rituals that keep whānau safe from harm, both physical and spiritual. Strong whānau live according to their values and beliefs. They have traditions or routines in place to ensure… Read more »

Positive communication and actions Kōrero awhi is about being able to communicate clearly, positively and with compassion. Strong whānau talk about the small, trivial matters as well as the complex, serious issues in life. Open, supportive communication helps whānau relate and feel connected to each other. It means they are able to understand one another better. What… Read more »

Building the mana of others through nurturing, growing and challenging Mana manaaki is about upholding people’s dignity and giving of yourself to others. Strong whānau offer support and assistance to each other whenever they can, especially in times of need. What is Mana manaaki? Tohu Mana manaaki is about upholding people’s dignity while giving of… Read more »

Knowing who you are and where you belong Whakapapa is about connection to people, to the land, to the rivers and seas, to the mountains, and to all of creation. Through knowing their whakapapa, whānau gain their identity, history and knowledge about where they come from and where they belong. What is Whakapapa? Tohu At… Read more »

It’s about being connected Whanaungatanga is about relationships. It is about whānau working together to make decisions and act in ways that support the betterment of everyone in the whānau. Strong whānau invest their time and energy in activities they can do together. What is Whanaungatanga? Tohu Whanaungatanga is about relationships, kinship, and a sense… Read more »

Giving with no expectation of return Through words and actions, strong whānau let each member know that they are loved and appreciated on a daily basis. Aroha is all about giving unconditionally. It is the basis of whānau that are strong and in which people can live with a clear sense of identity. What is… Read more »

E Tū Whānau Kahukura are the people who inspire change in whānau and communities. They emerge naturally in whānau, hapū, iwi and communities as people who support, encourage and strengthen whānau by modelling values, behaviours and actions that are the positive ‘footprints’ that can be followed. Kahukura: The importance of Kahukura – and their commitment… Read more »

The Māori Reference Group members are Māori community leaders who contribute a diverse range of skills, knowledge and experience. They have a responsibility to represent Māori interests as broadly as possible. The Māori Reference Group provides strategic advice for E Tū Whānau and has input into government policy that affects whānau wellbeing. It fulfils an… Read more »