WAIPAREIRA

Historically our community has been subjected to research that attempts to tell our story and as a result, this victimises rather than empowers whānau. Being born from this community, the Wai Research 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... We are now leading successful generational change for Urban Māori whānau. We work in collaboration with our partners nationwide, developing a strong indigenous social, educational, health, economic and spiritual agenda... We aspire to develop a community research agenda through meaningful partnerships with external research groups engaging in projects that recognise, value and use principles of Kaupapa Māori.

Also known as: Wai Research, Waipareira Trust

Primary location: Waitakere New Zealand