


Ahmed | Ōtautahi
When did you last need help? Share on Facebook Gmail Ahmed | Ōtautahi Originally from Somalia, Ahmed arrived in New Zealand in 2000 and was determined to make the most of the opportunity he had to start a new life in Aotearoa. “I had one teacher and she told me...
Tania — Tauranga
When did you last need help? Share on Facebook Gmail Tania | Tauranga Last year was immensely challenging for Tania (Ngāti Rangitihi, Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao, Whakatōhea). She had thrown herself into her reo Māori studies, and then her daughter became very unwell. It...
Tauwiwi (Mervin) | Matapihi
When did you last need help? Share on Facebook Gmail Tauwiwi (Mervin) | Matapihi We met Tauwiwi (Ngāi Te Rangi) at the Waikari Marae kaumātua day in Matapihi. He reflected on his return to his home after the death of his wife. “My wife, she was my friend. She...