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Tiaki Tangata

He Kororia ki te Atua, he maungarongo ki te whenua he whakaaro pai ki nga tangata katoa, Ka tika ka mihi ki o tatou mate moe mai koutou moe marie ki te waahi ngaro, E moe e moe e moe mai ra. E nga mana, E nga reo, E nga rau rangatira ma, nga whanaunga, nga mihi nui kia koutou katoa.

What is the Tiaki Tangata projec

In Māori culture, “tiaki tangata” translates to “to care for or look after people”:

  • Tiaki – to guard, protect, preserve, keep, conserve, nurture, or watch over.
  • Tangata – people or humankind.

Therefore, “tiaki tangata” emphasizes the importance of guardianship, care, and support for human well-being within Māori society. It reflects the value placed on community, kinship (whanaungatanga), and mutual responsibility, specifically focusing on the well-being and care of people.

You might see this concept in action through:

  • Looking after the vulnerable: Ensuring all those in need are cared for within the whānau (family) and wider community.
  • Hospitality (manaakitanga): Extending generosity and care to others.
  • Supporting each other: Offering practical and emotional support during challenging times.
  • Community initiatives: Working together for the benefit and well-being of the collective.

This project shines a spotlight on the challenges, successes and lessons experienced by stakeholders in the food and fibre sector aiming to inspire and encourage others to follow in their footsteps. We are aiming to conduct multile interviews to show a wide range of experiences from the sector. If you would like to share your story or know someone who might, please encourage them to get in touch and share their inspiring story.