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.

Cindy Mokomoko

Te Rarawa, Te Arawa

Cindy Mokomoko currently holds the position of Managing Director of Te Puna Hauora Ki Uta Ki Tai in Tauranga Moana. This organisation

Terry Huriwai

Ngāti Whakaue, Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Porou

Terry would like to describe himself as quiet, shy and retiring. Many of those who know him may agree. The humble, compassionate gentleman who sits behind the glasses has supported the addiction se

Janice Kuka

Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi te Rangi

Over the past twenty-eight years, Jan has demonstrated leadership by her commitment to Māori health and wellbeing.

Eugene Davis

Ngāti Haua, Waikato-Tainui

Eugene says his leadership approach has always been to lead from behind and the side. However, he also takes on the words of Selwyn Katene (Māori Public Health Leadership Wānanga, 2002), 'Someone has got to step up the front, rather than looking around for a leader, stop looking...you're it!'

Chris Webber

Ngāti Toa Rangatira, Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga, Te Āti Awa

Having a strong value base, being committed to what they mean and never giving up also supports Chris in actualising his aspirations.

Donna Blair

Ngāi Tahu

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu

A competent psychiatrist with a moko kauae, fluent in te reo Māori, who can sit and play the guitar and tell really good stories.

Dr Amohia Boulton

Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi te Rangi, Ngāti Pūkenga, Ngāti Mutunga

Whaowhia te kete mātauranga - Fill your basket of knowledge

Dr Chellie Spiller

Ngāti Kahungunu

Chellie is a passionate and committed advocate for Māori business development.

Professor Denise Wilson

Ngāti Tahinga, Tainui

I have been fortunate to have Professor Denise Wilson as my primary supervisor while studying towards a PhD with the