Māori nursing conference comes to MIT

23/05/2024

The Te Kaunihera Neehi Māori: Māori Nursing Council Conference, held at the start of this month at the Ngā Kete Wānanga Marae, was not just a conference but a vibrant celebration of culture, unity, and the future of healthcare in New Zealand.

Under the theme "Mā te Kotahitanga e whai kaha aī tātou" — "In Unity we have strength", the event marked the largest gathering of Māori nursing students since its inception in 1986, setting a new record for attendance.

Hosted by Te Kaunihera o Ngā Neehi Māori o Aotearoa: The National Council of Māori Nurses, in collaboration with several institutions including MIT and Unitec, this year’s hui focused on continuing to enhance community health outcomes.

With over 350 participants, the agenda was packed with workshops, keynote speeches, and panel discussions, aimed at fostering skill development, cultural competency, and professional networking, over three days closing with a formal dinner at Ellerslie Events Centre.