Whether you work in the community, in government, or in business, your effectiveness will improve if you understand The Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti) and its relevance today.

Knowledge of the Treaty and its associated themes is essential if you want to gain a greater understanding of New Zealand history and society.

This workshop is suitable for those working in a health setting, in government organisations, and corporates who want to improve their understanding of biculturalism in New Zealand.

Introduction Workshop

An essential introduction to Te Tiriti including its history and relevance today, for anyone living in Aotearoa. Suitable for workplaces and other group settings.

Health Sector Workshop

A crucial opportunity for health organisations to explore how to apply and fulfil Te Tiriti commitments, for the benefit of the workplace and the people they serve.

Education Sector Workshop

An introduction to Te Tiriti created specifically for educators and other staff across the sector.

Corrections and Youth Justice Workshop

A customised approach to Te Tiriti for Corrections and Oranga Tamariki staff and management who require ongoing professional development, including strategies in building relationships with Māori and Pākehā.

What to expect

My delivery style is relaxed, and I provide an approachable and uncomplicated introduction to the Treaty including its history and relevance today.

The workshops cover the background and history of the Treaty, its contents, and what it means for Māori and Europeans living side by side in New Zealand.

We will also cover how understanding Te Whare Tapa Whā can improve mental health and enable culturally appropriate behaviours in all settings.

Content

▪ Multicultural or bi-cultural?

▪ The culturally appropriate worker

▪ Overview of pepeha/mihi

▪ Basic te reo Māori pronunciation

▪ New Zealand before and after the signing of the treaty

▪ Institutional racism and its effect on Māori o Organisational culture connections

▪ Break down of the Te Whare Tapa Wha model

Learning Outcomes

▪ Understand the importance of whakapapa (family tree) and pepeha (introducing oneself)

▪ Learn a simple pepeha/mihi

▪ Practice basic te reo Māori pronunciation

▪ Have a greater understanding of the Treaty including pre-Treaty and post-Treaty impact

▪ Implement the principles of the Treaty (“The 3 P’s” – Participation, Protection, Partnership) from a micro and macro perspective

▪ Better understand bicultural concepts and how they influence your work

▪ Support a tapa wha approach – a holistic personal view

▪ Be more confident and comfortable working in a bicultural environment

▪ Building cultural values into your organisation

Please get in touch for further information and to book a workshop.