Our mission

Our mission is to enhance the cultural ​understanding and proficiency of Te Ao Māori ​for everyone who values it and is eager to put ​their tiriti centric foot forward.

Ohu welcomes individuals from all corners of ​the globe—Māori and non-Māori alike—to ​enrich their cultural capabilities and ​competencies. Our inclusive training ​programs ensure accessibility to Māori culture ​and tikanga for learners at every skill level.

Consultancy

Ohu Consultancy helps businesses deepen their ​understanding of a Māori worldview, providing ​guidance on cultural sensitivity and strategic ​engagement. From supporting your team through ​kaupapa Māori to fostering authentic stakeholder ​relationships, we enhance interactions with ​colleagues, suppliers, clients, and partners. We also ​specialize in developing culturally informed policies ​and procedures, ensuring your business practices ​align with Māori values and perspectives.

Te Kōkōwai cultural competency ​training

Our Te Kōkōwai training program offers in-person ​full-day sessions at your workplace, customizable ​to suit your needs, and ideal for leadership teams ​and emerging leaders.

We have a variety of learning focussed specific ​workshops that offer training in many areas of Te ​Ao Māori that you can choose from.

Additionally, we facilitate Tiriti o Waitangi and He ​Whakaputanga workshops, offering ​comprehensive insights into these foundational ​documents and their significance in Aotearoa.

For those outside Auckland or seeking a convenient ​start, we provide online sessions that are also ​customisable to your learning needs. Both formats ​feature interactive, inclusive sessions designed for ​various learning styles, with access to resources. ​Our personalized approach ensures an engaging ​and effective cultural training experience.