Our Values:
Māui is the word we use to refer to our growing community. By this we mean our whānau, hāpu, iwi, kura, partners, and close clients. We’re a strong ecosystem grounded in the gifts of Fortitude and Counsel designed into us from our tīpuna. Our thoughts and actions are guided by our values and are wrapped in Love, Respect and the pursuit of Understanding. Our ambition is to share our gi
fts with the world refined through diligence and discipline. We endeavour to embody the tikanga values gifted to us through our tīpuna and whānau as they raised us into who we are. We strive to be Kind, to be Modest, to be Patient and demonstrate Charity. They taught us to mirror these gifts in our thoughts, words, and most importantly our actions. This leads us toward Wisdom and Knowledge. Through these values and gifts the world comes to know who we are. These are our expectations:
Nurture whanaungatanga (sense of belonging) within our families, communities and wider networks, at all times. Manaakitanga is a keystone and is a measure of our ability to extend aroha to one another. Cloak others in hospitality. One must seek to find solutions that bring about kotahitanga (oneness) within our selves and those we associate with. Our power comes from each other. We must never forget our Rangatiratanga (self governance) and our ability to be chiefs in our own right. We must have self control, and seek opportunities to demonstrate leadership. We must be grounded in Mōhiotanga and Māramatanga so our decisions and actions are guided by knowledge and understanding. At every sensible opportunity, let us practice Tuakana-Teina relationships and seek opportunities to be both the teacher and the student to one another. We are a reflection of our whakapapa (lineage). We must act and conduct ourselves in a way that respects our tīpuna and honours their example. Be Kaitiaki (guardians) to the gifts and blessings brought to us through our whakapapa. Our Wairua flows within us, and our choices determine spiritual wellbeing. Cultivate it by demonstrating our gifts and values. Let Tikanga, that is based on our tīpuna wisdom, be our guide. They will not lead us astray. Our Mauri (life force) is a gift we’re destined to share with the world. Do not hold back. Be aware, and reverent of our Atua. This is the origin of everything.
