Kōrero Mai Collective
Kōrero Mai Initiatives
We are a Whānau Māori entity established in 2020 with the purpose to "create and promote safe spaces to learn, use and normolise Te Reo Māori while upskilling whānau, whānui"
What do we do?
The essence of Kōrero Mai is to revitalise Te Reo Māori. We believe that by focusing on creating a bilingual and bicultural society, we can enhance identity connection, empower whānau by upskilling, and support individuals unleash their potential.
We invite you to click on the links provided to learn more about some of our past & current initiatives, and to get in touch with us if you are interested in getting involved.
Takahanga Tamariki & Āhuru Mōwai
Takahanga Tamariki was a volunteer bilingual kaupapa led by Kahurangi from January 2019 to January 2020, demonstrating through games, waiata, karakia, and kai how whānau could incorporate more te reo at home. Held weekly at a local marae, it involved māmā, pāpā, grandparents, and their tamariki and mokopuna. Though it ended, it laid the foundation for Āhuru Mōwai, a 20-week kaupapa in 2021, also led by Kahurangi. This tuakana version of Takahanga Tamariki ran twice a week during school hours in an immersion setting, providing feedback on future support systems and activities for the Puna.
Te Kura Reo o Kaikōura
Te Kura Reo o Kaikōura began in 2021 with one class per week in the evening, and has since expanded to two classes per week held at night. We are now proud to offer a Level 3 certificate in Pokaitahi Reo Māori. Our classes provide more than just a space for learning Te Reo Māori, they are a place for engaging discussions, sharing local pūrakau and stories, singing waiata, and learning karakia.
The 2025 class will begin in May. Please click on the link below to visit our Facebook page to keep updated with information and next classes available if you are interested.
Te Puna Reo o Te Ahi Kaikōura a Tama ki te Rangi
In February 2024, we proudly opened the doors of Te Puna Reo o Te Ahi Kaikōura a Tama ki te Rangi. Māori Language Early Learning Centre, the first of its kind in this region. Now, with the Puna open, we eagerly invite tamariki and whānau to join us on this exciting journey of connection, learning, reclaiming, and normalising te reo Māori while valuing bilingualism. Nau mai! Haere mai! Be a part of this opportunity and make history with us!
Click on the Puna page of this website to find out more