Catherine Love was born and raised on her papakainga (communal Māori land) in Korokoro, Pito-one (Petone) with her parents, grandparents and whānau
Dr Keri Lawson-Te Aho, PhD (Psychology)
Dr Keri Lawson-Te Aho, PhD (Psychology)
It is an honour to be asked to write this bio for my good friend Keri, a respected and renowned Māori leader.
Roma Balzer
Roma Balzer
Roma Balzer CNZM has dedicated over 40 years to working in family violence interventions, primarily in strategy roles
Dr Rachel Brown
Dr Rachel Brown
Dr.Rachel Brown is noted for her leadership, integrity, and passion for all things Māori and manaaki tangata. She has significant experience in health, social services, research, education, iwi and community experience.
Dr Kirsty Macfarlane
Dr Kirsty Macfarlane
Dr Kirsty Macfarlane is a leading Māori gastroenterologist, researcher, and māmā whose work is grounded in equity, whakapapa, and the power of kaupapa Māori.
Dr Lynne Russell
Dr Lynne Russell
Dr.
Ronald Baker
Ronald Baker
Ronald Baker was born in Hastings, the older of twin boys to Rutu Tawhiorangi Tumaurirere-Baker.
Louise Kuraia
Louise Kuraia
Louise Kuraia is a recognised leader in Māori health strategy and development, with extensive experience in Māori health funding, planning, policy,
Cherie Seamark
Cherie Seamark
The spirit of giving is in her DNA. With her much-loved kuikui playing a prominent role within Te Ātiawa ki Whakarongotai, the importance of community, whānau and fostering a sense of belonging is intrinsic to her identity.
Diane Koti
Diane Koti
Diane Koti is an expert in Indigenous development, Kaupapa development, Kaupapa Māori Research, psychology, and mental health. She is a passionate leader who works for fair, holistic, and whānau-centred health outcomes.
Leilani Maraku
Leilani Maraku
Leilani Maraku develops and delivers Kaupapa Māori Mental Health & Addiction peer support services throughout the Manawatū region for adults, youth, and their whānau.
Ariana Simpson
Ariana Simpson
Ariana is known and respected for her dedication to whānau through her advocacy for social justice and social change in stopping violence against women and children.
