We will take active steps to profile and share the outcomes of our research. We will ensure that the information is widely profiled and so that it may contribute to Māori, national, international, and indigenous development.
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Our Team
The Wai Rangahau team is active in sharing knowledge and engaging with whānau, leading discussions on topics central to wellbeing, speaking at conferences, and in partnerships with indigenous groups both nationally and internationally.
Emeritus Professor Sir Mason Durie
- Ngāti Kauwhata, Ngāti Raukawa, Rangitāne
- Pou
Hector Kaiwai
- Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Maniapoto, Tūhoe
- Director
Lynda Paniora
- Te Roroa
- Operations Lead
Emma O’Donnell
- Ngāti Pākeha
- Operations Lead Assistant
Dr. Lanuola Asiasiga
- Hāmoa
- Practise Lead
Professor Te Kani Kingi
- Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Pūkeko
- Ethics Committee Chair, Advisor
Ethics Committee
Professor Te Kani Kingi
- Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Pūkeko
- Ethics Committee Chair, Advisor
Georgina Martin
- Te Rarawa, Te Aupōuri, Ngāpuhi
- Ethics Committee
Dr. Tia Dawes
- Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahungunu ki te Wairoa
- Ethics Committee, Consultant
Dr. Helen Wihongi
- Ngāti Porou, Ngāpuhi, Te Whānau a Āpanui, Ngāti Hine
- Ethics Committee
Dr. Gill Potaka-Osbourne
- Ngāti Tuera, Ngāti Pamoana, Ngāti Pareraukawa
- Ethics Committee
Research Principles
We have developed five Kaupapa Waipareira Research Principles to support our approach. These have been developed in consultation with our community and on the basis of previous research findings. They are used to guide and inform our research activity and are incorporated into the design of all our research programmes. They include
Tohatoha Mātauranga
Whakapakari Rangahau
We will build Māori research capacity and capability. We will support emerging researchers, present them with opportunities, and expose them to positive role-models and experiences. We will collaborate effectively with other groups and organisations and create mutually beneficial research opportunities.
Whanake Waipareira
We will prioritise translational research endeavour by generating information which contributes to the Waipareira community, Waipareira Trust, and Urban Māori development.
Whakamana te Tangata
We will respect and support our research participants and the information they provide. We will ensure that they are acknowledged for their contribution and recognised for their efforts.
Tikanga Matatini
We will undertake research which reflects and supports the cultural realities of our community. Māori custom and processes will be incorporated within the design of our research methods, and will match the diverse cultural experiences and needs of urban Māori.