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Māori Transformation

Empowering Māori success within the Service sector

Ringa Hora ensures the vocational education system meets industry needs and gives a stronger voice to Māori business and iwi development within the Service sector.

We provide opportunities for pakihi Māori and kaimahi Māori to connect, relate, and grow through kaupapa Māori hui and events. These hui are part of our process to identify the needs of the Service sector as we work with industry across projects to create and influence positive change. A key focus of our work is developing methods of increasing access and reducing barriers for priority learners to empower and assist them in realising their potential through training and employment.

We acknowledge all who shared their time, valuable input, experiences and industry knowledge with our team to shape a brighter future for the Service sector.

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Tuia 2024

Tuia was an epic two days of insights, whanaungatanga, and inspiration, with learnings that will contribute to the successful and sustainable future for our mokopuna that we all strive for. Ngā mihi nui to our speakers and panellists, the generosity of our sponsors, and the participation of the kaimahi Māori and pākihi Māori from across our Service sector! Check out the highlight video and photo gallery, and access the presentations from our expert speakers.
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Mata Ārahi Manomano – a transformative approach to career pathways

Ringa Hora led the collaborative development of the Mata Ārahi Manomano careers pathway framework which applies a Te Ao Māori perspective, combined with career development theory and practice. Mata Ārahi Manomano promotes a partnership model focused on ākonga learners and will help our providers and industries better prepare to receive our ākonga.
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He Rau Ranga Tira

Our Ringa Hora Poumatua led the design of He Rau Ranga Tira, a collective kaupapa which allows all our kaimahi to understand, develop, reflect on, and grown in giving practical effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and supporting Māori Crown relations. This will ensure Māori aspirations for industries and workforce learning systems continuously inform strategy, decision-making, and activities.
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We Be Who We See - Bringing Mata Ārahi Manomano to life

“We Be Who We See” is a captivating initiative designed to honour and share the incredible stories of those thriving in our service industries. This project shines a spotlight on the achievements of Māori, Pacific, and Tangata Whaikaha individuals, aiming to inspire and encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
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Kaupapa Māori Aviation Hui

Some of the biggest names in the aviation industry gathered in Tauranga to help pilot better pathways for Māori into aviation. The event provided a forum for sharing experiences and insights, opportunities for identifying and defusing challenges, and ways to support the current and future Māori workforce in aviation.
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Kaupapa Māori Tourism Hui

Our Kaupapa Māori Tourism industry hui was held at Tangatarua Marae in Rotorua, providing a space for whakawhanaungatanga and wānanga with Māori attendees steering the kōrero and bringing their perspectives to the forefront.

Introducing our 2024 Workforce Development Plan and Industry Action Plans

The Service sector is fundamental to Aotearoa and its people. Through millions of interactions a day, businesses across our sector advise, assist, and serve others. All Service sector industries have people at their centre. It is people who foster connections, helping others to navigate and meet the ever-changing needs of modern lives.

Workforce development plays a pivotal role in bolstering industry and creating a skilled and adaptable workforce that can effectively navigate disruptions and contribute to the overall sustainability of industries.

Qualification Reviews and Developments

Ensuring Māori voice is incorporated within our qualification reviews and developments is essential to ensuring our credentials are fit-for-purpose for our pakihi Māori and kaimahi Māori.

Check out some of our current reviews and developments to be part of our consultations and provide feedback.