Maranga Mai Te Waipounamu is a strength-based collaboration with Nga Kete Matauranga Pounamu, Leoma, Hurihia, Raniera Tawaroa, Hemi Kiwikiwi, Maui Studios and Whenua Patuwai. An initative funded by Te Putahitanga; a Whanau Ora commisioner.

Over the months of June and July 2019, we ventured to Westport, Motueka and Dunedin to share this concept and pull together local community organisations in a bid to strengthen their resilience with suicide prevention.

“Progress comes from celebrating difference and never building walls. It’s about building bridges and strengthening communities” – Maranga Mai Te Waipounamu