In January 2025, Te Tiratū IMPB joined Iwi-Māori Partnership Boards (IMPBs) from across the motu at a national hui convened by Te Taumata Hauora o Te Kahu o Taonui – Te Tai Tokerau IMPB in Tāmaki Makaurau. This kaupapa focused on whakawhanaungatanga, sharing regional priorities, and strengthening governance strategies to ensure collective impact. A key highlight was the demonstration of data mapping by Health Quality and Safety Commission engaged by Āti Awa Toa Hauora, showcasing how data-driven insights can identify inequities and inform strategic health planning and policy design.The hui reinforced the importance of kotahitanga in governance, operational planning, and advocacy, particularly in a shifting political landscape. IMPBs together appreciate the strength of their unified voice to influence health policies, secure sustainable funding and aligning national and regional priorities to drive better health outcomes for whānau. With a focus on equity and Māori-led solutions, the discussions set the foundation for strategic collaborations, improved data-sharing agreements, and targeted health initiatives that put whānau at the centre. Te Tiratū will continue to engage with key stakeholders, advocate for systemic change, and amplify the voices of our rohe in shaping a stronger, more responsive health system.
Photo: Co-chair Hagen Tautari with our board member Kataraina Hodge viewing data sets by the Health Quality and Safety Commission.