Dr Joanna Hikaka is a clinical pharmacist and health researcher focusing on equitable access to health services for Māori and developing anti-racist health services.

Tapeka's passion for advancing Māori oral health is palpable and deeply rooted in a profound understanding of the significance of oral health within Māori culture.

Nadine is passionate about working collectively through the trusted voices of our people to enable strategies that prioritise and lead the change towards future-focused models of wellbeing that ensure our whānau, hapū, and iwi thrive and flourish.

Maria Ngawati has always been dedicated to increasing opportunities within her community in several ways. She believes you can achieve change by using many tools and cross-sector relationships.

Tuhakia is committed to supporting initiatives engaged in developing Māori communities with a passion for health, building the workforce, and sharing the value of Te Ao Māori.

Cyrus Rudd is a promising young individual who is deeply committed to using his knowledge and experiences to inspire and uplift others, especially those with lived experiences of mental distress.

Simone embraces this change as an opportunity to align her future career with her core values of equity, rangatiratanga, and service.

He strongly advocates for whānau to join health interventions and community programs focusing on better whānau outcomes.

Dr Te Aro Moxon is a paediatrician who works to improve cultural safety, cultural competency, and understanding of Te Reo Māori in the health sector.

Maraea Mokaraka is passionate about whānau transformation and building healthy communities.