Te reo and tikanga experts have been closely involved in the development of the app which teaches basic speech in Māori, with helpful audio to assist with pronunciation.
It prepares users to attend hui or step on to a marae, teaching them what to expect, how to behave and how to contribute.
The app has specifically been developed to help staff, councillors and other councils to effectively communicate in partnerships with iwi and Māori. It is also available to the general public.
Check out Kawe Kōrero in action.
The app is free to download for iPhones and iPADs; for Android phones and tablets and for Windows devices.
“It can be daunting to attend a powhiri or step on to a marae if you don’t know the customs or protocols. This app is a tool that can assist our capacity to work with iwi Māori more confidently. Our staff can now be prepared in any situation and I can recommend this app to others outside the council.”
Vaughan Payne CEO Waikato Regional Council
“Wow!! Just downloaded this APP and this is awesome!! We work closely with external organisations who are constantly needing this type of Awhi & I will definitely be getting them to download this app. Ka nui te mihi atu Kia kooutou”
Kawena Jones
Spark NZ
Tuia te ao is an educational resource for Spark New Zealand staff to learn basic Māori language and protocol to support their day to day mahi (work).
Salvation Army (Te Ope Whakaora)
Under the guidance of Te Runanga this app is designed to further advance The Salvation Army’s mission of “Caring for People, transforming lives and reforming society by God’s power.”
Ministry of Defence
Welcome to Tīaho Mai, the Ministry of Defence’s Māori Cultural Intelligence App.
Get in touch today for a free consultation to see what Kiwa can do for you and your people.