Te Waiora H.E.A.L.
We are not just a one-day workshop; we are a movement, a strategy, and a comprehensive solution for transformative health and social well-being.
Te Waiora HEAL Health has experience in Māori research and evaluation, specialising in health, mental health, and social wellbeing sectors. Our team brings a strong foundation in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, underpinned by mātauranga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles. We have successfully designed and delivered community-led research projects, developed culturally responsive evaluation frameworks, and provided robust data analysis to inform policy and service improvements. Te Waiora’s approach centres whānau voice, Māori data sovereignty, and strengths-based narratives, ensuring research findings are not only academically rigorous but also practical, transformative, and grounded in Indigenous worldviews. Our expertise includes leading large-scale evaluations, co-design processes, impact assessments, and providing actionable insights to strengthen equity and outcomes for Māori and wider communities.
Our Aim
Te Waiora H.E.A.L. stands for Honesty, Empowerment, Aspirations and Leaning.
At Te Waiora H.E.A.L., we deliver services for organisations and individuals striving to work effectively with Māori and Pacific populations. Whether you're seeking culturally grounded training or an experienced team to contract with, we are here to help you achieve outcomes where others have not.
Our Mission: Empower and Transform
As a trainer, we provide immersive, practical, and results-driven learning experiences designed to empower your team with the tools, strategies, and cultural insights needed to succeed. Our training programs are grounded in Te Ao Māori wisdom, backed by evidence-based methodologies, and tailored to foster innovation and excellence in service delivery.
As a contracted partner, we bring extensive expertise to deliver measurable results. From capacity building and policy development to frontline service delivery and systemic change, Te Waiora H.E.A.L. is your trusted collaborator.
What We Offer
- Training Services
- Cultural Competence Workshops: Equip your team with the skills to connect meaningfully with Māori and Pacific populations.
- Customised Programs: Tailored to meet the unique needs of your organisation, embedding sustainable, innovative practices.
- Systems-Level Insights: Learn how to revolutionise your service model for long-term impact.
- Contract Services
- Project Leadership: Drive systems-level change through culturally aligned strategies.
- Policy and Advocacy Expertise: Strengthen your policies to reflect equity and cultural safety.
- Service Delivery: Partner with our team of experienced kaimahi to provide direct, impactful support to whānau and communities.
Why Choose Te Waiora H.E.A.L.?
- Cultural Insight and Expertise: We are deeply rooted in kaupapa Māori frameworks, offering authentic guidance that aligns with the values and aspirations of Māori and Pacific populations.
- Proven Results: We don’t just improve services—we transform them. Our approach delivers tangible outcomes for organisations, funders, and the communities you serve.
- Commitment to Equity: At our core, we champion meaningful, equitable change, ensuring no one is left behind.
Our Focus: Revolutionising Outcomes
Te Waiora H.E.A.L. is more than a service provider—we are your strategic partner in achieving excellence. In today’s landscape, where accountability and measurable impact are essential, we help you:
- Demonstrate Value: Show funders and stakeholders the impact of your work.
- Foster Equity: Embed practices that empower underserved populations.
- Thrive Together: Build resilient communities by driving systems-level transformation.
Let us work together to create a future where every organisation can meet the unique needs of Māori and Pacific populations with confidence, cultural fluency, and unwavering impact.
About Te Waiora H.E.A.L.
Te Waiora H.E.A.L. is a kaupapa-driven organisation built on the enduring principles of kaupapa Māori models of care, incorporating the lived realities of whānau and the aspirations of iwi Māori. We bridge Te Ao Māori wisdom with contemporary health promotion, policy development, and advocacy to tackle inequities head-on and create lasting solutions.
We are not theorists working in isolation. Our founders and kaimahi have decades of frontline experience, from executive leadership to grassroots service delivery. This deep connection to the realities of health and social services means we bring unmatched insight, cultural fluency, and strategic vision to every partnership.
At the heart of our mahi is a commitment to:
- Advocacy: Championing equity for Māori and Pacific communities in health and social policies.
- Health Promotion: Promoting culturally grounded health initiatives that enhance the mana and oranga of whānau.
- Policy Development: Driving systemic reform to embed cultural competence and equity into organisational frameworks.
Under the leadership of Matua Jon Royal and Dianne Te Tau, Te Waiora H.E.A.L. continues to be a trailblazer in holistic well-being, inspiring a future where whānau ora is not just a vision but a reality.
Our Comprehensive Capabilities
Policy Advocacy and Development
Te Waiora advocates for transformative policy change at local, regional, and national levels.
- Influencing Change: Working with policymakers to ensure kaupapa Māori values are embedded in decision-making.
- Strategic Planning: Supporting organisations to align their policies with equity and cultural safety principles.
- Health Equity Advocacy: Driving change to address systemic inequities affecting Māori and Pacific communities.
Research and Evaluation
Our kaupapa Māori research team specialises in creating meaningful insights that drive evidence-based action.
- Employing robust qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
- Ensuring whānau voices are central, authentically captured, and amplified.
- Producing reports that guide policy, funding decisions, and service improvements.
We excel in evaluations that highlight service gaps and solutions, particularly for Māori and underserved populations.
Cultural Training and Facilitation
Te Waiora provides immersive, transformative training that embeds kaupapa Māori practices into organisations.
- Tailored Workshops: Designed to meet the unique needs of health and social services.
- Capacity Building: Equipping teams with the tools to navigate cultural frameworks effectively.
- Empowerment: Helping organisations build stronger connections with Māori clients, staff, and stakeholders.
Our training is not just educational—it’s a call to action to shift mindsets, dismantle biases, and inspire lasting change.
Health Promotion and Workforce Well-being
We promote culturally grounded health strategies that prioritise the hauora of both providers and communities.
- Designing Campaigns: Creating initiatives that resonate with Māori and Pacific whānau.
- Workforce Support: Fostering a resilient, culturally competent workforce to deliver services of excellence.
- Service Integration: Guiding organisations to align their practices with kaupapa Māori principles.
Cultural Supervision
Our cultural supervision services strengthen the capacity of professionals to deliver safe, effective care.
- Promoting Reflective Practice: Enhancing cultural fluency and safety.
- Empowering Practitioners: Supporting the well-being of professionals in challenging environments.
- Driving Excellence: Encouraging innovation and best practices in culturally responsive care.
IT Project Management and System Transformation
Te Waiora leverages the latest in technology and in-house developed Machine Learning algorithms to enable sustainable change.
- Purpose-Built Management Systems: Streamlining organisational systems to improve service efficiency.
- Custom Built Information Capturing Solutions: Supporting the implementation of culturally relevant IT solutions.
- High Level Data Analytics: Enabling better data capture and reporting to showcase impact.
Community, Health, and Social Well-being Services
We deliver direct services to whānau and communities, backed by trained kaupapa Māori kaimahi.
- Social Work: Addressing whānau needs through culturally aligned care.
- Health Advocacy: Supporting equitable access to health services.
- Whānau Ora Initiatives: Fostering resilience and self-determination among whānau.
Our Commitment to You
At Te Waiora H.E.A.L., we are more than just a service provider; we are a partner in transformation. We are committed to:
- Empowering Your Organisation: Strengthening your ability to deliver culturally competent, effective services.
- Enhancing Outcomes: Helping you create measurable, meaningful impact for whānau and communities.
- Fostering Equity: Driving change that ensures equitable access and outcomes for all.
With Te Waiora H.E.A.L., you gain more than a partner—you gain a pathway to transformational change. Let’s build resilient, thriving communities together.