Ngā Manukura leadership programme

As a tauira Māori arriving at the University, it can be challenging to find your kāinga rua here at Waipapa Taumata Rau. Navigating such a large and unfamiliar space can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to discover what opportunities and support exist for Māori.

By joining this programme, you become a manukura, a leader who helps guide and uplift our tauira, showing them that there are spaces and communities here to support and surround them throughout their journey at university.  

Ngā Manukura is a new initiative that creates meaningful opportunities for tauira Māori to engage with the events and kaupapa of He Āhuru Mōwai. It aims to strengthen community, build connections, and grow a supportive network dedicated to Māori success and wellbeing at Waipapa Taumata Rau. 

As a manukura, you’ll develop transferable skills, gain real event and engagement experience, and form strong personal and professional relationships. The programme also supports recognition pathways such as the Blues Awards and Distinguished Graduate Award. 

Being a manukura is about guiding and inspiring others. You help create a welcoming and vibrant space for tauira and play an important role in supporting events and engagement kaupapa across the University. 

Manukura contribute in ways that suit their strengths and interests, including:

• Event support: assisting in planning, setting up, hosting, and packing down events and workshops. 
• Engagement and representation: being present at events to encourage participation and foster a sense of belonging. 
• Promotion and outreach: sharing and promoting initiatives through social media and student networks. 
• Welcoming and hosting: greeting attendees and upholding manaakitanga throughout events. 
• Cultural support: supporting karakia, waiata, and expressions of Te Ao Māori where appropriate. 
• Feedback and improvement: providing insights to strengthen future events and student support.