He Waka Tapu is a kaupapa Māori organisation located in Ōtautahi (Christchurch), Hakatere (Ashburton) and Wharekauri (Chatham Islands).
We’re all about connecting with our people, exploring into Māori values to truly understand their needs.
Together with our hapori, community agencies and other service providers, we work hand in hand to support the well-being of whānau.
He Waka Tapu delivers a multipurpose healthhub in the east side of Ōtautahi.
We are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of whānau and the wider community guided by Te Ao māori framework in support of our mission ‘to be the primary source of practical knowledge about whānau well-being’.
Working together for the wellbeing of family
We are respectful, show generosity and care for others to ensuring everyone’s mana is upheld.
We lead by inspiring others to see what is possible.
We build relationships through shared experiences and working together.
We all learn.