Mana Waiora
Empowerment through wellbeing
Our people’s commitment to biculturalism and well-being comes through Mana Waiora which creates empowerment for those we support and our staff.
Te Pou Tikanga
Senior cultural advisor
Dr. Pouroto Ngaropo is a revered figure among Māori, affiliates to many iwi from Northland, Waikato, Rotorua, Tauranga, Taranaki to Wellington region. He is our Te Pou Tikanga/Senior Cultural Advisor as well as a member of our board. He is a leader and cultural ambassador for knowledge in mātauranga Māori, kawa and tikanga. In 2019 he received a MNZM for service to Māori and governance; and in 2022 was awarded an honorary doctorate from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT).
Toitoi Manawa
Toitoi Manawa is an advisory group within the organisation that advises and consults on matters relating to cultural practice and competency.
‘Toi’ means pillars, life, energy, knowledge, skill and expertise. ‘Manawa’ is the heart of the organisation. ‘Toitoi Manawa’ symbolises excellence in health and all things; achieving to the best of our ability, successful outcomes, and clear direction within a spirit of unity.
Te Tiriti
Why is Te Tiriti o Waitangi important to Community Connections?
Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the foundation of true bicultural engagement and genuine partnership.
Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi is fundamental to Community Connections’ holistic Mana Waiora approach to disability support.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi is about better disability services and outcomes for our communities. We aspire to have all our decision making premised on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and all our staff culturally aware of Mana Waiora and how it is infused in all our operations, practices, professional development, and policies.
Mana Waiora
Empowerment Through Wellbeing
Our people’s commitment to biculturalism and well-being comes through Mana Waiora which creates empowerment for those we support and our staff.
Te Pou Tikinga
Senior Cultural Advisor
Dr. Pouroto Ngaropo is a revered figure among Māori, affiliates to many iwi from Northland, Waikato, Rotorua, Tauranga, Taranaki to Wellington region. He is our Te Pou Tikinga/Senior Cultural Advisor as well as a member of our board. He is a leader and cultural ambassador for knowledge in mātauranga Māori, kawa and tikanga. In 2019 he received a MNZM for service to Māori and governance; and in 2022 was awarded an honorary doctorate from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT).
Toitoi Manawa
Toitoi Manawa is an advisory group within the organisation to advise and consult on matters relating to cultural practice and competency.
‘Toi’ means pillars, life, energy, knowledge, skill and expertise. ‘Manawa’ is the heart of the organisation. ‘Toitoi Manawa’ means excellence in health and in all things; achieving to the best of our ability and successful outcomes that give clear direction within a spirit of unity.
Te Tiriti
Why is Te Tiriti o Waitangi important to Community Connections?
Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the foundation of true bicultural engagement and genuine partnership.
Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi is fundamental to Community Connections’ holistic Mana Waiora approach to disability support.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi is about better disability services and outcomes for our communities. We aspire to have all our decision making premised on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and all our staff culturally aware of Mana Waiora and how it is infused in all our operations, practices, professional development, and policies.
Mana Waiora
Empowerment Through Wellbeing
Our people’s commitment to biculturalism and well-being comes through Mana Waiora which creates empowerment for those we support and our staff.
Te Pou Tikinga
Senior Cultural Advisor
Dr. Pouroto Ngaropo is a revered figure among Māori, affiliates to many iwi from Northland, Waikato, Rotorua, Tauranga, Taranaki to Wellington region. He is our Te Pou Tikinga/Senior Cultural Advisor as well as a member of our board. He is a leader and cultural ambassador for knowledge in mātauranga Māori, kawa and tikanga. In 2019 he received a MNZM for service to Māori and governance; and in 2022 was awarded an honorary doctorate from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT).
Toitoi Manawa
Toitoi Manawa is an advisory group within the organisation to advise and consult on matters relating to cultural practice and competency.
‘Toi’ means pillars, life, energy, knowledge, skill and expertise. ‘Manawa’ is the heart of the organisation. ‘Toitoi Manawa’ means excellence in health and in all things; achieving to the best of our ability and successful outcomes that give clear direction within a spirit of unity.
Te Tiriti
Why is Te Tiriti o Waitangi important to Community Connections?
Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the foundation of true bicultural engagement and genuine partnership.
Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi is fundamental to Community Connections’ holistic Mana Waiora approach to disability support.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi is about better disability services and outcomes for our communities. We aspire to have all our decision making premised on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and all our staff culturally aware of Mana Waiora and how it is infused in all our operations, practices, professional development, and policies.
