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.

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Dr Willy-John Martin

Ngāti Wai, Ngāti Tamaterā

He warmly describes his kaupapa as doing science that prioritises Māori health.

Willie Jackson

Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Porou

Willie Jackson comes from a renowned family of activists who have worked tirelessly to advance the rights of poorly paid workers while exposing social injustice on many levels, using Māori matters as a touch stone.

Te Puea Winiata ONZM

Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi te Rangi, Ngāi Tamarāwaho, Tūhoe, Tainui

Te Puea Winiata is an influential Māori woman, whose leadership gives hope and inspiration for us all to improve, advocate and promote Māori health and wellbeing.

Dr Wayne Ngata

Te Aitanga a Hauiti, Ngāti Ira, Ngāti Porou

Wayne Ngata is a strong supporter of the revitalisation of te reo Māori and education models that are underpinned by Māori processes.

Dr Lynne Russell

Ngāti Kahungungu, Rangitāne, Kāi Tahu, Kāti Mamoe, Ngāti Porou

Dr. Lynne Russell is a dedicated researcher, educator, and advocate in the field of mental health, with a particular focus on Māori suicide prevention and postvention.

Monica Stockdale ONZM

Ngāti Kahungungu

Monica Stockdale is a wahine toa whose unwavering dedication has left an indelible mark on kaupapa Māori addiction and gambling services.

Ezekiel Raui

Te Rarawa, Cook Islands

Ezekiel Raui is an outstanding young man who genuinely cares about the wellbeing of youth in this country.

Dr Ihirangi Heke

Waikato-Tanui

Ihirangi Heke, of Tainui-Waikato descent, was raised in the South Island mountain adventure environment before it was popularly known as such. This has helped to mould his particular approach to his personal and professional life, which has seen him build a range of specialised skills, knowledge and experiences in health and physical activity.

Mike King

Ngāpuhi

Mike King is a Māori leader in mental health.