He Rangatira Leaders

Recognised for their contributions, service, vision, dedication and expertise towards constructive change and improvement to Māori health. We invite you to explore the Maori leaders who influence and contribute to Māori health and wellbeing.

Be inspired. Aspire.

“He kai kei nāna ringa” - She has kai at the end of her hands

Cherryl is an astute leader who exemplifies humility by giving selflessly, providing wise mentorship, and encouraging others to do their best.

For many years now Andre has led kaupapa Māori based workforce development by contributing to the advancement of innovative and dynamic kaupapa Māori based therapeutic resources.

Kirsty has worked in Māori health service delivery and national workforce development for over 20 years.

Mara has many years of experience associated with indigenous development across a variety of sectors.

Louise is a recognised and respected leader in Māori health strategy and development.

Mihimarino te maunga

Waikaukau o Kiri Tapu te wai

Mataatua te waka

Te Whānau-ā-Apanui te iwi

Ko te pae tawhiti, whāia kia tata

Ko te pae tata, whakamaua kia tinā

To seek new knowledge as yet unexplored

As the past is purchased by the present

Her passion for kaupapa Māori research, the growth and development of Māori students within psychology and her commitment to growing Māori indigenous psychology keep her there.

Nau te rourou nāku te rourou ka ora ai te iwi

With your basket and my basket together we will flourish

He Rangatira Leaders

Sharon Shea

Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāti Haua, Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Hako

Dr Cherryl Waerea-i-te-Rangi Smith

Ngāti Apa, Whanganui, Te Aitanga a Hauiti, Ngāi Tumapuhiarangi

Andre McLachlan

Ngāti Apa (Ngāti Kauae), Muaūpoko (Ngāti Pāriri)

Kirsty Maxwell-Crawford

Tapuika; Ngāi Tai

Mara Andrews

Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Raukawa, Whakatohea

Louise Kuraia

Ngāpuhi, Kōhatu Taka, Ngāti Manu, Ngāi Tai ki Tainui

Kohe Pene

Te Whānau-ā-Apanui

Professor Linda Waimarie Nikora

Te Aitanga a Hauiti, Tūhoe

Dr Waikaremoana Waitoki

Ngāti Hako, Ngāti Hako, Ngāti Māhanga, Ngāti Māhanga

Rāwiri Pene

Ngāpuhi, Tainui