Te Ᾱtiawa Manuwhenua Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust Strategic Plan
“E hara taku toa i te taki tahi, he toa taki tini kē!” (“My strength is not that of a single person but is that of many!”)
Introduction
This strategic plan provides long-term direction for Te Ᾱtiawa Manawhenua Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust. It is the result of a number of consultation hui held with iwi members in Motueka and Waikawa during 2003–2004.
The plan is a living document that builds on the foundation of previous planning undertaken by the Trust. It should be reviewed at regular intervals to ascertain progress against strategic goals and objectives and to ensure new goals and objectives are identified as appropriate.
Vision
“To build capacity through the cultural, social and economic development of Te Ᾱtiawa for the prosperity and wellbeing of all generations.”
Guiding Principles
The implementation of this plan will be guided by the following principles:
- Manaakitanga – generosity, contributing and caring, behaviour that gives more than it demands or takes
- Whanaungatanga – pride and dignity in our relationships
- Kaitiakitanga
- Pūmau – unity and commitment
- Ata Kitenga – Transparency, accountability, and open and regular communication
- Tika – fairness
- Pono – Honesty and openness
- Tinorangatiratanga – self determination
Te Ᾱtiawa tikanga will be reflected in the implementation of all aspects of this plan.
Upholding the mana of Te Ᾱtiawa will be paramount in all that we do.
Strategic Directions
1. Te Kaitiakitanga me Te Tāhuhu – Governance and Organisational Development
To provide competent and dynamic leadership through the development and implementation of an infrastructure that effectively supports the establishment of best practice across governance, management and daily operations, and maximises the benefits to whānau, hapū and iwi.
2. Whanaungatanga – Pride and Dignity in our Relationships
To actively promote and support strong, positive relationships within Te Ᾱtiawa, with other Iwi, and the wider community. Where appropriate, formal relationships and joint ventures will be established to enhance the potential benefits to Te Ᾱtiawa.
3. Ko Nga Whakapapatanga – Iwi Communications and Participation
Effective communications and the ability for whānau to participate in Iwi activities are vital to the realisation of this strategic plan. Our dreams, directions, achievements, as well as opportunities and threats, will be well communicated to Te Ᾱtiawa whānau. Opportunities for participation in Iwi activities will be continually expanded.
4. Whanau – Social Development
The well-being of Te Ᾱtiawa whānau is improved through initiatives aimed at meeting identified whānau needs and aspirations. Whānau will be supported to engage in activities that enhance their physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health.
5. Matauranga – Education
The educational aspirations of Te Ᾱtiawa are met through access to life-long learning opportunities – opportunities to be strong in their knowledge of Te Ᾱtiawatanga and to access quality education and training.
6. Te Ao Turoa – The Natural Environment
To actively protect and exercise rangatiratanga and kaitiakitanga over our natural environment – our whenua, waterways, coasts, flora and fauna. How we engage with them is crucial to our identity, our sense of culture and our ongoing ability to keep our tikanga and customary practices alive.
7. Te Putea – Investment Planning
To develop a solid economic base that ensures that a growing resource is available to meet the needs and aspirations of whānau, hapū and iwi.
8. Te Whakaariki – Influence
To grow the ability of Te Ᾱtiawa to influence the decision-making processes of external parties, including the government and business. This is vital to meeting the needs and aspirations of whānau, hapū and iwi.
Priorities for the next 5 years
1. Te Kaitiakitanga me te Tahuhu – Governance and Organisational Development
Te Ᾱtiawa will have in place a robust infrastructure that supports effective governance and management of daily operations.
2. Whanaungatanga – Pride and Dignity in our Relationships
To actively promote and support strong, positive relationships within Te Ᾱtiawa iwi.
3. Ko Nga Whakapapatanga – Iwi Communications and Participation
Effective means of communication between Te Ᾱtiawa Trust and iwi members will be established. Iwi members will have a range of opportunities for participation in iwi activities.
4. Whānau – Social Development
The social needs and aspirations of whānau will be clearly identified and initiatives developed to enhance the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being of iwi members.
5. Mātauranga – Education
Initiatives will be in place that support increased access by iwi members to participate in quality education and training programmes that will enhance knowledge and understanding of Te Ᾱtiawatanga.
Through Te Kāhui Mātauranga o Te Tau Ihu, initiatives will be implemented to increase access to quality education provision through mainstream/Maori providers.
6. Te Ᾱo Turoa – The Natural Environment
An Iwi Resource Management Plan will be implemented that provides clear guidelines for the management and protection of natural resources.
An Iwi Management Plan will be implemented that clearly states how the management and protection of natural resources can be achieved based on the cultural and spiritual values of Te Ᾱtiawa .
7. Te Putea – Investment Planning
An investment plan will be implemented that provides for the effective management of iwi assets in order to achieve maximum returns.
8. Te Whakaariki – Influence
Te Ᾱtiawa will identify and progressively engage with local, regional and national bodies and organisations, including the government, in order to influence decision-making processes that may impact upon or provide opportunities to enhance the well-being of Te Ᾱtiawa.