Join us for the inaugural Kaiwhakaruruhau Conversations – a one-day gathering of Indigenous practitioners from across Aotearoa, celebrating Indigenous leadership, collective wisdom and strengthening whānau, hapū and communities through meaningful kōrero.
Hosted by Te Hapori Ora – The Village of Wellbeing, Kaiwhakaruruhau Conversations is a one-day gathering that brings together Indigenous practitioners, leaders and changemakers from across Aotearoa.
This inaugural gathering has been created to celebrate Indigenous knowledge, strengthen relationships and provide a space where practitioners can share their journeys, experiences and aspirations for the future.
Throughout the day, Ngā Kaiwhakaatu (Guest Presenters) will share authentic stories of leadership, innovation and community transformation, offering inspiration and practical insights grounded in lived experience.
Together we will explore:
• Indigenous Leadership
• Community Wellbeing
• Oranga Whānau
• Cultural Identity
• Healing and Restoration
• Indigenous Innovation
• Collective Practice
• Strengthening Communities
Kaiwhakaruruhau Conversations is more than a symposium.
It is an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, celebrate and strengthen one another through kōrero.
Whether you are working within an iwi organisation, kaupapa Māori provider, community organisation, government agency or alongside whānau every day, we warmly welcome you to join us.
• Full Symposium Registration
• Morning Tea
• Buffet Lunch
• Afternoon Tea
• Schedule of Event
• Opportunity to participate in Ngā Whakaatu panel discussion
Wairakei Resort, Taupō
Friday 9 October 2026
