Mana Aroha Leadership Programme
Opening soon for 2026
A course for adults from Māori and migrant communities within Taranaki who want to make a difference in the world to come together and change the legacy we are creating for our tamariki, the programme facilitates powerful personal and cultural reconciliation, healing and transformative growth.
A space for people from very different backgrounds to open heartedly share and receive each other’s stories, learn about and connect through Māori cultural concepts, then apply these practically through acts of service for communities, participants find their own place to stand in Treaty partnership with mana whenua to uplift a new model of intercultural leadership.
The individualistic model of thinking and acting we've been dominated by isn’t working, and we can do so much better than that exploitative way of living. Let’s see what we can do with the power of love.
“I would describe this as a wellbeing course with great understanding of the Māori culture and how it relates to our lives. I gained knowledge, wisdom and kindness that I know I had within, but working with you and the group really brought it to the surface."
"I have walked away with such a connection and understanding of the beautiful culture I was lucky enough to have been brought up around and engaged with. I have learned so much about myself and have grown a greater appreciation of others, myself and the land and spirit within and around us."
"You were able to engage everyone in kindness and connect us to a greater source within our hearts and the hearts of others. This was a fantastic experience that will live within forever."
"Forever grateful. I will use each practice in everyday life. I have noticed such a positive change over the last five weeks and will continue my growth. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I would love to stay in touch and hear of any future kaupapa.”
“I gained confidence, new friends, a different outlook on life, and an understanding of the deeper meaning behind Māori concepts such as wairua, mana and pounamu. New goals and more self love. I will continue to hold space for people whether it's family, friends or even a stranger. Don't stop what you're doing. You helped me more than you ever know.”
“Makaira, I found your course very meaningful to help me understand my family.”