OUR SERVICES
OUR MODEL
PORORWHITA MĀIA
At Mā Te Huruhuru, we use the Porowhita Māia model, also known as the Circle of Courage, because it provides a holistic framework that aligns with our values. This model is the consistent thread weaved into every programme design.
POROWHITA MĀIA MODEL
This model emphasises four core principles: Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity. These principles are integral to creating an environment where students feel empowered.
Belonging ensures taitamariki feel a sense of belonging and connection, crucial for their emotional well-being and engagement. Mastery focuses on taitamariki achieving their full potential through the development of skills and knowledge. Creating a sense of competence and confidence. Independence encourages taitamariki to take responsibility for their own learning and actions, promoting self-discipline and autonomy. Generosity instills the importance of contributing to the well-being of others, nurturing empathy and social responsibility.
HE PĀ PIRINGA
52 WEEK YOUTH TRANSITIONAL HOUSING SERVICE
He Pā Piringa is the first kaupapa Māori youth transitional housing kaupapa in Aotearoa. A service for taitamariki aged 17 to 21 years. It consists of 18 bedrooms within a gated community.
Not just housing, it includes an intensive 52 week programme involving cultural components, healing, recovery and connection, to support their transition to independence.
HPP is an urban pā, with communal spaces and 24/7 staff or security connecting taitamariki to support services.
Entry Criteria:
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17 to 21 years at the time of entry
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Experiencing housing insecurity
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Single with no dependent children in their care
POST PLACEMENT CARE
He Pā Piringa offers ongoing post placement care for taitamariki exiting our whare
REGISTRATIONS OPEN - APPLY HERE
1 Vacancy for Tane
HE PĀ TUPU
YOUTH SUPPORTED ACCOMODATION HOUSING SERVICE
In partnership with Kainga Mārie and Taapapa Ltd of Te Ahi Waru, we deliver another innovative housing kaupapa targeting young kōhine aged 18-24 years experiencing housing insecurities.
He Pā Tupu is more than just housing. It is a place of belonging, of security, of rebuilding dreams. This initiative ensures that our young people don’t just survive, they thrive.
Our aim will be to prepare young people for independence and support them into long term housing.
The whare name is He Pā Tupu, named by Te Ahi Waru. The Tupu acknowledge the seeds that were planted in the whenua to sustain the people of Te Ahi Waru. Tupu also meaning to grow.
Entry criteria:
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Wāhine
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18 - 24 years
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Experiencing housing insecurities
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Single with no dependents in their care
REGISTRATIONS CLOSED
0 VACANCIES
TE WHARE MĀRAMA
12 WEEK WORKFORCE PROGRAMME
Based in Manukau, Te Whare Mārma has been operating since 2021. It is our work readiness programme. Designed to increase Māori youth in the work force or into further education.
A 12 week programme with a focus on taitamariki mastering their craft, gaining a sense of belonging, independence and generosity. This is our point of difference, We are not just about creating working robots but rather, shifting mindsets, further developing connections to identity, culture and purpose through kapahaka, te reo, Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding, parakore principles, CV, interview skills, driver's licence, short qualified courses, emotional intelligence and pastoral care.
Entry Criteria:
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16 to 24 years
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Not engaged in employment, education or training
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Living in South Auckland
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PASTORAL CARE
We offer 12 weeks pastoral care for taitamariki enrolled in Te Whare Mārama
REGISTRATIONS CLOSED
TE ARA WHĀINGA
10 WEEK EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Navigating the pathways of opportunities Te Ara Whāinga is an initiative which will be targeted to 18 to 24-year-olds who are currently in receipt of Job Seeker Support to address barriers to employment and provide post placement support.
Entry Criteria:
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18 to 24 years
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MSD referred
REGISTRATIONS: MSD REFERRED
WHAKAPIKI ORA
6 WEEK SUICIDE PREVENTION KAUPAPA
Whakapiki Ora is a six week "life-keeping" kaupapa for taitamariki 17 to 24 years. Delivered on a marae during the weekend our ultimate goal is to create a brother/sisterhood of life saving champions. Through wānanga we cover tikanga, pure, hauora, mau rākau, art therapy, music therapy, Kīngitanga, whakapapa and kapahaka. It is a safe space to acquire tools that manage suicide.
Entry Criteria:
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17 to 24 years
REGISTRATIONS OPEN FOR 2025. APPLY HERE
