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Māori Education
& Development

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​Poutawa is dedicated to fostering deep connection with te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori.

We believe that language is the heartbeat of culture, and through accessible, high-quality educational resources and development opportunities, we empower both Māori and non-Māori to engage authentically with te ao Māori.​

Our commitment is to strengthen cultural identity, build confident communicators, and support communities in their journey towards cultural competency and linguistic excellence. We honor the past, nurture the present, and sow seeds for future generations.​

"Ruia te manapou, ruia te manatawa kia puāwai ai"

"Sow the seeds of the language so they may flourish"
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OUR SERVICES

Our services are designed to strengthen cultural understanding, build confidence in te reo Māori, and create lasting change across workplaces, schools, and communities.

Kia Whakahihiri

Reo Māori Resources

We create high-quality Māori resources that support authentic learning of te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori, designed for kaiako, to engage learners and bring excitement and vitality into their classrooms.

Kia Whakatō

Reo Māori Courses

Our courses build confidence and capability in te reo and mātauranga Māori through structured, practical learning experiences designed for educators, organisations, and communities at all stages of their journey.

Kia Whakawhanake

Professional Development

Purposeful professional development programmes that strengthen leadership and cultural capability, supporting organisational vision, growth, and meaningful change within Aotearoa.

Kia Whakahaumako

Curriculum & Planning

Curriculum design and planning solutions that build strong foundations for growth to support communities, marae, and whānau to achieve their reo aspirations, to contribute to a vibrant and living culture.

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RAUEMI REO MĀORI

FEATURED RESOURCES

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Discover a growing collection of high-quality te reo Māori units designed to build confidence, strengthen cultural understanding, and spark genuine engagement.

 

Each resource is carefully crafted using Poutawa’s immersive, task-based approach.

Rich in structure, culturally grounded, and ready to use, our resources support both kaiako and ākonga to experience meaningful progress in te reo Māori.

Genae Thompson

Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa

Mana Whakahaere | Managing Director

Genae is Poutawa’s Managing Director and Principal Consultant, recognised for her innovative contributions to te reo Māori education. She has extensive experience across the motu, creating resources and programmes that support whānau, kura, and organisations in language and culutral development.

Genae is a highly experienced facilitator of both adult and secondary learning teaching and blends innvoative lesson design with digital learnings tools to create vibrant and authentic learning environments.  Alongside her community mahi, Genae contributes nationally as part of the NCEA Te Reo Māori Subject Expert Group and the NCEA Review Panel.

She is also advancing her own reo journey through postgraduate study and doctoral research pertaining to a framework for the reclamation of indigenous language for adult learners.

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Ō MĀTOU TŪĀPAPA

our foundations

Guided by our values, we create meaningful pathways for cultural connection and educational excellence.

Whakakitenga

Vision

To see the mana of te reo and mātauranga Māori strengthened and valued in all spaces.

Whāinga

Goal

To inspire, motivate, and empower learners through meaningful experiences.

Tūāpapa

Purpose

To make te reo Māori learning accessible, authentic, and uplifting for everyone.

Aronga

Mission

To grow confident and authentic advocates who contribute to the vitality of te reo Māori.

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Ō MĀTOU TŪĀPAPA

our foundations

Guided by our values, we create meaningful pathways for cultural connection and educational excellence.

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Whakapono

Empowering Potential

We believe in the innate capability of every learner. Our work is designed to unlock confidence, nurture self-belief, and empower individuals to reach their full potential in te reo Māori.

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Tuakiritanga

Celebrating Māori Identity

We honor and celebrate the richness of Māori identity, ensuring that our resources and programmes affirm cultural pride and strengthen connections to whakapapa and heritage.

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Manaakitanga

Caring for Mātauranga

We approach mātauranga Māori with deep respect, care, and responsibility. Our commitment is to protect, preserve, and share knowledge to honor its sacredness and significance.

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Rangatiratanga

Empowering Knowledge

We champion self-determination and leadership. By equipping learners with knowledge and skills, we enable them to take ownership of their language learning journey.

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