Effective Engagement with Maori workshop
WEDS 6 or THURS 7 SEPTEMBER • PARLIAMENT BUILDINGS, WELLINGTON • COST: $400 + GST The ability to communicate effectively with Māori is essential whether your organisation is designing and implementing a new policy, consulting with Iwi in relation to a natural resource project or developing key messages for this important audience. Having this knowledge and skills is a core competency for public servants developing policy, designing programmes and or for developing kaupapa Māori frameworks. This one-day workshop focuses on developing your understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and the Māori world view to effectively engage with Māori. With presenter and facilitator Mahanga Maru. Register Wednesday 6 September OR Thursday 7 September
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