LANGUAGE AND STORYTELLING
are intrinsic to culture, people, history and the future.
We highlight kaupapa-centric storytelling to advocate for people, communities and organisations.
We invite you to explore our glossary page, you'll find translations of words used throughout our site, offering a deeper understanding of what lies at the heart of our brand’s identity.
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aka
vines that connect us
apanui
meaning “great spirit”
kaupapa
a cause, project, principles, and ideas which act as a base or foundation for action
mana
prestige. mana is a supernatural force in a person, place or object
manuhiri
honoured visitor or guest
mauri
lifeforce
moemoeā
to dream
pakiaka
roots of a tree
pūrākau
or storytelling, is an ancient form not just of transmitting ideas but of creating shared meaning and thus identity
taiao
the natural world, the environment
tikanga
customs, guides to live your best life from Mātauranga Māori - Māori knowledge
whakapapa
genealogy, family tree. When used correctly is a unique and powerful concept of storytelling to connect ones being to place and people.
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