Māori Governance Video Toolkit

Created: May 9, 2024 at 1:33 PM | Updated: July 17, 2025 | By NZ Navigator Trust

What is Māori Governance?

Te Tumu Paeroa and Community Governance Aotearoa have partnered to create a series of governing videos designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of Māori trustees.

The videos are conversational with tips and guidance on navigating the often challenging role as a Māori trustee.

Watch the series of 9 videos in the toolkit here

Topics covered

  • Meetings / Te Whakapā Kaipupuri - What to include in a meeting, and how to run one.
  • Conflict and Ethics / Ngā Matatika - A range of scenarios looking at conflict of interest and ethical considerations.
  • Financial Statements / Ngā Pūrongo Pūtea - A general overview of typical financial statements.
  • Leadership / Te Hautū - Looks at different leadership styles and how to work with them.
  • Leases / Ngā Rīhi - What is a lease and what is generally in a lease document?
  • Risks / Te Haumaru Whakararu - How to consider risk associated with strategies, and methods available to manage them.
  • Trustee Duties / Ngā Mahi Kaitiaki - The Māori Land Court's 12 principles or duties for trustees to follow.
  • Vision & Strategy / Te Rautaki - Guidance on strategic thinking and planning.
  • Trust Order / Ngā Tikanga Tiaki - What is a Trust Order and what might it contain?