Empowering tomorrow through health, leadership and education
The Moko Foundation, founded in Kaitāia in 2014, supports tamariki and whānau Māori through health, education, and leadership initiatives.
Our mission is to create impactful, innovative solutions that connect young people to opportunities. Guided by Kaupapa Māori values, we aim to enhance the capability of Māori communities, particularly Te Hiku o Te Ika, to grow knowledge and strengthen ties with national institutions.
Our Purpose
We aim to tackle the unique challenges Māori face in health and science, where representation and support are lacking. By addressing health inequities, advocating for systemic change, and increasing Māori presence, we empower our community to claim its rightful place in these fields.
Our Organisation
Our organisation bridges the Māori community with research to improve health outcomes and boost research capacity. We advocate for systemic change and increased Māori representation, empowering rangatahi to pursue careers in science and health. Together, we ensure Māori voices shape the future of scientific and health advancements.
Research
We are continuously partnering with a range of researchers & scientists with the latest public health developments.
Rangatahi
The Moko Foundation is committed to providing local rangatahi with opportunities in leadership, health & education.
Education
Our Kaitāia based research centre’s overarching principle is to create new knowledge to produce better health outcomes.
Our Partners
Without the support of our Partners and Sponsors our work would not be possible.
If you would like to learn about how you can get involved with our foundation and help make a difference, please contact us today.
The Moko Foundation
5 days ago
He Takere Waka Nui | Intro Wānanga Rā ✌🏽
A closer look at what the launch of this kaupapa looked like here in Te Hiku o te Ika.
Inspired by the words of our tupuna Kupe - “We will never be lost; we are the hull of a great canoe.
”A collaboration between The Moko Foundation & Nōna Te Ao Charitable Trust 🤝 to empower our rangatahi to chase their dreams and support them along the way! ... See MoreSee Less
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Rawe to koutou hawaaikihou te hapainga nga wawata o nga rangatahi Maori i te hiku o te ika
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The Moko Foundation
5 days ago
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6 days ago
The Moko Foundation is hosting an online webinar to raise awareness about the broad range of threats posed by infectious diseases and the vital role of biomedical research in finding solutions. This webinar is all about empowering our whānau with the knowledge to make informed health choices. It’s your chance to see how research can make real change in disease prevention and health promotion. ... See MoreSee Less
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What role (if any) do you see artificial intelligence playing in science communications moving forward and the pros/cons of that approach particularly when it comes to the concept of data sovereignty? Ngā mihi whaea
What about rural areas with the shortage of health professionals in addressing this concerns.. How can the doctors who have this knowledge ensure this messaging is getting through our hospitals and rural communities frequently? A lot of them are only here temporarily etc
What have your main highlights and successes been throughout your community engagement and what (if any) challenges have you encountered between different hapū, have you needed to pivot your kaupapa at any point to remain responsive to the differences between hapū and whānau in Te Hiku?
That's crazy