Māori communication and engagement does not fit into a ‘one size fits all’ approach – its about tikanga, relationships, listening & longevity.
Authentic engagement with tangata whenua and iwi stakeholders is critical for businesses and organisations, both Māori and tauiwi (non-Māori), in today’s economy, society and local communities.
The ability to communicate effectively and authentically with Māori is essential whether your organisation is designing and implementing a new policy, consulting with Iwi in relation to a taiao (natural environment/resource) kaupapa or developing key messages for this important audience. There’s also a growing need to incorporate Te Ao Māori worldviews and tikanga into everyday workplace practices, regardless of the sector or organisation.
We support organisations to communicate and engage appropriately, authentically, and confidently with Māori stakeholders. We help you to develop and build relationships, to support your mahi.
When it comes to Māori engagement, we partner with appropriate tikanga and cultural consultants to ensure we have the whakapapa and relevant expertise for the kaupapa and rohe involved. Having the appropriate mana and credibility is crucial to the success of Māori engagement.
We’re proud and privileged to be able to support organisations who are on this journey. Whether it’s identifying appropriate whakataukī, te reo Māori translations, assisting with iwi engagement or helping you incorporate Te Ao Māori into your workplace, we’re here to help.