Thursday 16th October 6:30-8:30pm
Toi Foundation, 121 Gill St. $20
Do you want to make a difference in the world but wonder where to start? Feel overwhelmed
by difficulties yet want something better for your kids? Is how we’re doing life really working?
Ignite your own passion with an adventure from Taranaki papakāinga to Indigenous villages in
México in an inspiring journey of transformation from trauma and mental illness to facilitating
healing and leadership in others through the power of love. A joyful and empowering kōrero
that connects with the beautiful taonga we hold inside, and how we serve our people.
“Straight from the heart. Unique perspective with positive intention and positive outcome.
So glad I bought my friend of 30 years here tonight.”
“Many beautiful reminders. The story told was deeply personal and I think we can all benefit from
talking openly about challenging topics.”
“It’s real. It’s genuine. Makaira’s presentation is valuable for right now.”
“I gained courage to be myself. The challenge to be honest.”
“Makaira is a fantastic facilitator. He created a safe space to explore and be vulnerable.” – Māwhera
“A huge thank you to Makaira for this incredible work transforming hearts and lives.” – México
This event will introduce the 2026 Mana Aroha Leadership Programme, a course connecting
migrant communities and mana whenua through the healing power of Māori cultural concepts and
processes to develop intercultural leadership to serve our collective future.
