Mō Mātou
About Us
Ko wai mātau?
Who are we?
Our kaupapa is to make a meaningful contribution to the holistic health and social wellbeing of the Manawatū, Horowhenua, Tararua, Rangitīkei, and Wairarapa ki Rangitāne regions.We achieve this by engaging, developing, and promoting excellence and opportunity across all levels and sectors of kapa haka.Our vision is brought to life through the transformative power and cultural richness of Te Ao Kapa Haka.
Ngā aronga whānui
What we do
Te Whanake i Ngā Rohe me Ngā Rangatahi
ROHE & Youth Development
Te Hiringa me Te Whanake Kapa Haka
Kapa Haka Excellence & Development
Growth and Development of Kapa Haka Judges
Deliver targeted training, mentoring, and succession planning to grow the next generation of kapa haka judges and strengthen the judging pool within the Rangitāne rohe.
Development of Kapa Haka
Strengthen infrastructure, resources, and opportunities to foster kapa haka participation and excellence across the wider Rangitāne rohe.
Engagement Across All Kapa Haka Sectors
Promote meaningful collaboration between education providers, iwi, hapū, community, and performance groups to build a vibrant, sustainable kapa haka ecosystem throughout the Rangitāne region.
Rangatahi Involvement in Senior Kapa Haka Groups
Support intergenerational learning by actively involving rangatahi in performance, leadership, and cultural roles within established senior kapa haka teams.