WHĀNAU ORA

Whānau Ora is about empowering whānau to take control of their own futures—recognising their strengths, aspirations, and mana. It’s a kaupapa that puts whānau at the centre, supporting them to set goals, overcome challenges, and build pathways to wellbeing that reflect their unique needs and values.

Whether it’s navigating services, accessing support, or simply having someone to walk alongside the journey, Whānau Ora is about holistic, wraparound care grounded in aroha, manaaki, and whakawhanaungatanga. It’s not just about surviving—it’s about thriving, together.

Whānau Ora Navigation

Whānau Ora Navigators support whānau to
be self-determining and navigate whānau to champion their aspirations.

Navigators work with whānau to:

• Support them through crisis and link them to the appropriate services

• Collaborate, broker services and advocate ensuring their needs are addressed in a holistic way

• Help develop a step-by-step plan to achieve their goals and aspirations

• Identify and strengthen support networks

• Reduce any risk of harm to whānau

• Uplift mana and create opportunities for cultural connectedness

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• Whānau are self-managing and empowered leaders

• Whānau are leading health lifestyles

• Whānau are confidently participating in Te Ao Māori

• Whānau are participating fully in society

• Whānau are economically secure and successfully involved in wealth connection

• Whānau are cohesive, resilient and nurturing

• Whānau are responsible stewards of their living and natural environment