He Oranga Poutama “Stairway to Wellbeing” promotes the development and implementation of physical recreation and sport in a way that is culturally appropriate to Māori – as Māori for Māori.
Key outcomes for He Oranga Poutama are:
1. Leaders for the future – Kaiwhakahaere participating as leaders in their communities
2. Developing participation opportunities – Increased opportunities for whānau to explore, learn and participate in sport and traditional physical activity
3. Strengthening infrastructure – Revitalisation and further development of sport and traditional physical recreation.
Te Whetū Rēhua is the framework originally developed to communicate the Māori concepts and principles which collectively define ‘as Māori’ participation in sport and recreation, for the He Oranga Poutama initiative context.
Te Whetū Rēhua consists of five key values vital for Māori development that reflect the diverse reality that Māori now live in.
It is Māori-centered and culturally relevant to Māori where it can assist users to distinguish boundaries about focusing their efforts to meet Māori aspirations through play, sport and recreation.
The framework provides insight into the cultural structure to continue exploring and growing our understanding as Māori participating in sport and recreation – and its contribution to positive Māori identity, wellbeing, partnerships and self-reliance.
Tū tangata mai, tū Māori mai. Stand strong, stand proud.
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