Ngā mihi o te wā, we are thrilled to share the newly redesigned, Mana Motuhake o te Kai framework and toolkit.

Mana Motuhake is an approach that embraces an ao Māori worldview to guide kai projects and initiatives towards kai security and kai sovereignty. At its core, Mana Motuhake o te Kai utilises mātauranga Māori to revitalise and sustain a kai system that benefits all members of our community.

By embracing Mana Motuhake o te Kai, we can authentically engage with whānau and community in a culturally appropriate way as we work towards cultivating, gathering, and sharing kai.

The tool was developed by Hoani Waititi Marae, Community Waitākere and Healthy Families Waitākere, with support and oversight from many partner organisations and community groups throughout its journey.

For those committed to enhancing community health outcomes through kai, Mana Motuhake o te Kai offers a pathway that respects and empowers Māori to exercise their mana and worldview.

For more information on Mana Motuhake o te Kai please feel free to reach out to us via the get in touch section below.