We are excited to be holding a wānanga in Hawkes Bay. Through engaging workshops, discussions, and activities, we aim to explore the essence of Takiwātanga, providing whānau the opportunity to be self-determining leaders and to navigate life's journey with resilience, confidence and understanding. We also want to ensure professionals have access to culturally grounded learnings.
Below are some FAQ’s to assist with learning more about the wānanga, but please feel free to get in touch if your questions are not answered below!
What is the wānanga about?
The wānanga is about coming together to celebrate our taonga (special treasures) and provide a space for creating whānau-led solutions. At the wānanga we will talk about a Te Ao Māori perspective to takiwātanga, share experiences on what it is like living with takiwātanga and share tips and strategies for whānau on this journey and professionals who support our taonga.
What can I gain from participating in the wānanga?
Our hope is that those who attend the wānanga leave feeling empowered. Empowered to continue on their journey, empowered to change the negative stigma that surrounds takiwātanga and disability in general. We wish for whānau to feel assured and acknowledged in expressing their needs and understanding how the community can provide support. We hope professionals have the confidence to support taonga with strength-based approaches and how to best engage with our whānau Māori.
Who is running the wānanga?
Kanorau will be facilitating the wānanga. Kanorau are a whānau who are raising their boy living with takiwātanga and work in this space to support other whānau and professionals.
Who can attend the wānanga?
Anyone! The wānanga is for everyone and anyone who would like to attend, fill their kete and learn more about takiwātanga or come together to share experiences. You may be whānau on this journey, you may be a professional who support taonga or you may just be interested in learning more. Please feel free to bring your taonga takiwātanga as well! If there are any accessibility needs you require, please get in touch with us as soon as possible! The wānanga is not limited to takiwātanga, all neuro-diverse taonga and their whānau are welcome!
What will happen after the wānanga?
We want to hear from whānau on what it is they want! We are hoping that these wānanga will be the catalyst of many! Kanorau will be available to help those who require further support or would like to do one on one workshops or professional development.
I have some questions about the wānanga, who can I contact?
If you have any pātai please feel free to contact:
Jess Hita (Kanorau) - 02102331035
Clare Pudney (The Pudney Hub) - 02102427167
To ensure the wānanga are tailored to meet the needs of our whānau it is important a lot of thought goes into the pre-planning to ensure we are sharing the right information with you. Register your interest below to attend the Kanorau Takiwātanga wānanga in Hawkes Bay.
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