Moerewa: A small town with a big kaupapa.
Whānau and Iwi of Moerewa have recognised the importance of Te Ao Māori approaches as a pathway to improve mental health and reduce suicidal intentions in their community.
Finding healing from aggression through spoken expression (Hamilton, Waikato).
As the famous saying from the Waikato goes; “He Piko, He Taniwha’ or, at every bend of the river lies a Taniwha.
Building the leaders of tomorrow to face the waves of life (Moerewa, Northland).
It is well known that a large proportion of our Tāne Māori continue to suffer from the ongoing effects of historical trauma and colonisation.
Takatāpui experiences, stories and lives (Levin, Manawatū).
The Story-telling with Older Takatāpui initiative is focusing on the life stories of around 10 takatāpui aged over 45.
Strengthened resilience to make dreams a reality: Building Better Men (Ōtepoti/ Dunedin).
There are various opinions on how men should be. This stigma has played a massive part in how men are living in today’s society.
Shine, sparkle, glisten, to help someone transition from the darkness to the light (Rotorua).
Manawa Wheriko means to shine, sparkle, glisten, to help someone transition from darkness to the light.
Teaching Wellness for Ourselves Through Wellness with Nature (Ōtepoti / Dunedin).
E rere ana te karere ki ngā wai riporipo o Te Waipounamu, hei whakapakari i ngā ringaringa o te rangatahi ki te whai oranga mō te whānau.
Patua te Taniwha : Building resilience through community events (Rotorua).
Rere ana ngā wai o Rotorua, o Te Arawa waka, ki ngā tai whakahiki i te ngākau o te iwi.
Building an Inclusive and Resilient Whānau
Koti Whānau Hauora is an initiative in Christchurch that has a core vision to build whānau inclusivity and strengthen whānau and individual resilience.
The Opposite of Addiction is Connection. (Tāneatua, Ruatoki & Waikaremoana)
Mana enhancing S.T.O.P is an initiative started by whānau who are concerned about the impacts of Paura Kino use in their community.