Seven sessions delivered between:
2026 - Dates TBC
Delivered across 3 full days and four online sessions (1.5hrs)
30hr programme (delivered over 7weeks), mixture of online & face to face
Wellington/Pōneke & Online
Full day face to face sessions:
at Maranui SLSC Club Lounge, Kilbirnie, Wellington
&
Online via zoom: (1.hrs)
2026 DATES TBC
$3,000+gst for 30 hours of PD with 2 facilitators
Haumi ē - A course for humanity.
30 hours of PD. Delivered over 7 weeks
We're excited to announce that alongside our awesome Te Ara Tāwhaiwhai programme and in support of Māori, we're launching the Haumi ē course for all non-Māori! This opportunity is perfect for anyone wanting to step up as an ally (haumi) in Aotearoa. Join us to boost your skills and confidence in being an active ally —you won’t want to miss it!
Being a culturally capable organisation in Aotearoa, New Zealand has significant benefits and embodies our nation's unique point of difference. By learning how to be a more honourable treaty partner, we can collectively create a more just and compassionate Aotearoa for all.
Haumi ē is an allyship programme calling non-Maori to action by knowing and doing better. On this journey, we will delve into the heart of Aotearoa’s shared history and culture, and seek to understand the ongoing impact of colonisation on Tangata Whenua. We will learn strategies to reduce the harmful effects of racism, challenge biases, dismantle barriers, and work together to create a more equitable Aotearoa.
Meet our Facilitators/Kaiwhakangungu
Alice Perkins
Alice is an experienced treaty educator and a teacher of te reo Māori.
She is currently supporting a number of organisations in their journey to honour te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Alice is māmā to 6 tamariki in a big blended whānau.
He uri ia nō tawhiti
He tangata tiriti ia
Tessa Gray
Tessa has over 25 years experienced as a highly regarded facilitator.
Tessa specialises in resource development and organisational strategic planning.
Tessa identifies as tangata te Tiriti in a perpetual state of activation.
Nō Tauranga Moana ia
He tangata tiritri ia
Kaupapa Includes
Cultural Awareness
Understanding and appreciating various cultural backgrounds by examining our own, including recognising power, privilege, and bias in our everyday lives.
Historical Contexts
Learning about the history of Aotearoa, New Zealand and the on-going impacts of colonisation on our people and work places.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Understanding how we can give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi in the work that we do. Learning about He Whakaputanga and it's importance to our nation's history.
Critical Consciousness
Identifying dominant cultural norms and discriminatory practices and sharing strategies for navigating safely and positively.
Courageous Conversations
Navigating challenging conversations in ways the protect the mana of all parties.
Inclusive Practices
Creating a te Tiriti-honoring workplace that embraces diversity and equity by engaging strategies and practices that challenge the status quo.
Cultural Empowerment
Haumi ē will deepen your understanding of Aotearoa's shared history. Strengthening this will bring a greater sense of cultural competence and leadership to your role within the organisation. This cultural expertise is increasingly important in our diverse workplace and in serving our community, teams and customers effectively.
Leadership Development
This programme is designed to facilitate growth in your leadership skills. With workshops, discussions, and interactive sessions you will have the chance to enhance your leadership capabilities, resilience, and communications. These skills are directly transferable in enabling you to contribute more effectively to team dynamics and your organisation’s outcomes.
Networking
Haumi ē brings together hundreds of professionals around New Zealand, creating a valuable network of peers and mentors. By connecting with other participants, you will broaden your professional network, exchange insights, and foster collaborations that will benefit both yourself and your organisation.
Impact
Investing in your professional development through Haumi ē will see you return to your organisation with a broader perspective that can positively impact team dynamics and overall performance. Additionally, your enhanced cultural confidence and leadership skills will contribute to creating a more inclusive and supportive work environment, particularly for your Māori staff.
What you'll walk away with
FAQ's
How will this development opportunity relate to the work I do?
It will empower you with strategies to incorporate culturally empowering practices into your work. Help you navigate things such as bias, racism, as well as feel confident to be able to support people in these kauapapa. The insights gained from this course will enrich your professional development and contribute to your overall effectiveness in your role.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone, however people in roles such as, DEI, middle and senior leaders, governance and HR will find this programme particularly useful.
I pretty much know nothing in this space, is this course for me?
Absolutely! This course is designed to be responsive to everyone, no matter where they are on the journey. You will learn valuable skills that are transferrable to both personal and professional contexts.
I have done a bit of learning about te Tiriti o Waitangi, will this meet my needs?
Yes! This course will consider the perspectives of Tangata Tiriti in the tiriti partnership and how we can be better tiriti partners with Tangata Whenua.
Do you have to be Pākehā to attend?
No. This is available to all tangata tiriti which is anyone who is non-Māori. We do have an awesome kaupapa for Māori called Te Ara Tāwhaiwhai which you can find information about on our website.
There are no Māori in my organisation, will this still a programme for me?
Yes - absolutely . This programme empowers all citizens of Aotearoa to better understand our nations history so we can navigate towards an equitable society for all.
Do I have to have a mihimihi prepared for this programme?
No, the only pre-requisite for this course is to come with an open heart and open mind prepared to learn and grow.
Do I have to attend every session?
The course is designed as a programme that builds upon each days lessons and activities. Attending all sessions ensures you receive a comprehensive understanding of the material and can fully engage. We can't guarantee that the online sessions will be recorded due to the personal development nature of a course such as this.
What does the cost include?
The cost of $3000 +gst per person includes:
- course facilitation
- resources
- all kai (lunches and lots of snacks at all face to face sessions)
Prefer a different location or date?
Interested in Haumi ē but the timing or location doesn't work for you? Register your email here and you'll be first to know about our upcoming cohorts.