Advancing strategic level language revitalisation
Te Matatū enables Te Mātāwai to fulfil our statutory leadership functions by actively contributing to Te Whare o te Reo Mauriora work programmes. In this space, Te Matatū is involved in strategy and policy development as well as initiatives taking place across a range of areas where there are implications for the wellbeing and cultural identity of whānau, hapū and iwi Māori. Alongside this, Te Matatū provides advice to Ministers and Crown partners on how they can most effectively promote wellbeing through the revitalisation of te reo Māori in line with the goals and aspirations of kāinga, hapori, and iwi.
Te Matatū supports the Te Mātāwai Board in its leadership and oversight of Whakaata Māori. This responsibility is held jointly with the Minister for Māori Development and Minister of Finance. Te Matatū also provides advice to our Board for the nomination and appointment of decision-makers to the three Māori language entities – Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, Te Māngai Pāho, and Whakaata Māori. This is an opportunity for collaboration between Te Mātāwai and our Crown partners that demonstrates joint leadership and our shared commitment to nurturing Māori language, cultural identity and wellbeing.
