Rangatahi Leadership

Connecting people with opportinities for a better Aotearoa New Zealand

The Hawea Vercoe Leadership Programme was the rangatahi engagement arm of the Moko Foundation and focuses on empowering rangatahi to explore opportunities to build a better Aotearoa New Zealand.

Hawea Vercoe Leadership Programme

The Hawea Vercoe Leadership Programme was established in  as a tribute to the late Hawea Vercoe, former principal of Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Rotoiti, father of six, and at the time of his death, was in his first term as Okurei Māori constituency member for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council. Hawea had been described as one of Māoridom’s most promising leaders; a man who did so much for his students and his community; and a politician before his time, changing the way of thinking of people in parliament and around the country. He shared our goal of being part of Māori prospering and helping to build a great country with the work we do. 

Hawea Vercoe

"He engaged so much of himself, provided so much leadership, mentored youth. He would take a young person who wasn't confident and inject in them the belief that they were someone special"

Success Stories

"As a local raised in Te Hiku, partnering with the Moko Foundation means we are creating pathways for more young people from Te Hiku to gain opportunities to thrive."
Ezekiel Raui
CEO- One Foundation NZ
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The Moko Foundation

20 hours ago

The Moko Foundation

🌟 He Takere Waka Nui Haerenga 2 🌟

Our second cohort of tauira have arrived and are in the thick of our 5 day haerenga ki Tāmaki!

Ko ngā tauira o Te Aho Matua tēnei. Ko Te Kura o Te Kao, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Rangi Aniwaniwa, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Pukemiro, me Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Kaikohe.

As you guys will remember we held our wānanga back in March for this kaupapa, exploring pathways for our rangatahi and supporting them to dream big when it comes to their future!

We’ve been super busy over the past few days, so we thought we’d share a little breakdown of what we’ve been up to!

Rā tuatahi:

One NZ:
* Participated in energising korikori (movement) sessions with the Warriors Foundation
* Learnt about the retail side of their mahi, including an experiment smashing Oppo phones
* Had a kōrero (discussion) about career pathways in tech with Tech Taniwha and Kahu Code whānau, exploring the opportunities in the industry
* Explored OneNZ’s impressive 5-level office space in Takapuna

Māori in Science Session:
* Our rangatahi had a taste of university life as they sat in a lecture theatre listening to three expert speakers who whakapapa Māori and are making a difference in areas like cancer, infectious diseases, and stroke research to improve Māori health outcomes. Elisa Moller, a biochemistry graduate, shared her journey through university, how she decided on her career path, and where she is now.

This session wasn’t just about sharing insights into these important fields — it was also a first-hand look at the power of research, the pathway to becoming a researcher, and the importance of decolonising these areas for Māori. It was inspiring for our tauira to see Māori researchers leading the way and using their expertise to create meaningful change.

Last Chance Project:�
This kaupapa provides a safe space for tāne (young men) to develop and create new chapters in their lives through healing and nurturing. It promotes positive, sustainable transitions to new beginnings and a brighter future.
* Focused on mental health and the importance of support networks
* Played whakawhanaungatanga games, including push-up competitions and wall sits, to highlight the power of kupu akiaki (motivational words) for friends
* Had a meaningful kōrero with Matua Tai about mental health and the value of communication

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🌟 He Takere Waka Nui Haerenga 2 🌟 Our second cohort of tauira have arrived and are in the thick of our 5 day haerenga ki Tāmaki! Ko ngā tauira o Te Aho Matua tēnei. Ko Te Kura o Te Kao, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Rangi Aniwaniwa, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Pukemiro, me Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Kaikohe. As you guys will remember we held our wānanga back in March for this kaupapa, exploring pathways for our rangatahi and supporting them to dream big when it comes to their future! We’ve been super busy over the past few days, so we thought we’d share a little breakdown of what we’ve been up to! Rā tuatahi: One NZ: * Participated in energising korikori (movement) sessions with the Warriors Foundation * Learnt about the retail side of their mahi, including an experiment smashing Oppo phones * Had a kōrero (discussion) about career pathways in tech with Tech Taniwha and Kahu Code whānau, exploring the opportunities in the industry * Explored OneNZ’s impressive 5-level office space in Takapuna Māori in Science Session: * Our rangatahi had a taste of university life as they sat in a lecture theatre listening to three expert speakers who whakapapa Māori and are making a difference in areas like cancer, infectious diseases, and stroke research to improve Māori health outcomes. Elisa Moller, a biochemistry graduate, shared her journey through university, how she decided on her career path, and where she is now. This session wasn’t just about sharing insights into these important fields — it was also a first-hand look at the power of research, the pathway to becoming a researcher, and the importance of decolonising these areas for Māori. It was inspiring for our tauira to see Māori researchers leading the way and using their expertise to create meaningful change. Last Chance Project:� This kaupapa provides a safe space for tāne (young men) to develop and create new chapters in their lives through healing and nurturing. It promotes positive, sustainable transitions to new beginnings and a brighter future. * Focused on mental health and the importance of support networks * Played whakawhanaungatanga games, including push-up competitions and wall sits, to highlight the power of kupu akiaki (motivational words) for friends * Had a meaningful kōrero with Matua Tai about mental health and the value of communication Stay tuned for more updates to come!
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The Moko Foundation

6 days ago

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We’re getting into gear! 🔬✨

After completing our swab training, the Waharoa ki te Toi crew at The MOKO Foundation has been out and about doing a pilot run to test how our recruitment and swabbing process will roll out with our awesome whānau! 💥

A massive mihi to the whānau who took part in our pilot run – your support helps us fine-tune everything before we go full steam ahead! 🙌🏽

For everyone else who’s already registered — we’ll be in touch very soon to confirm a few more details.
📧 Keep an eye on your emails!
📞 If you didn’t provide an email, expect a call from us within the next week.

Not registered yet?
No worries – click the link below or scan the QR code to get on board! 🖊️📲

Let’s do this together, for the health of our whānau and our future. 💙

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We’re getting into gear! 🔬✨ After completing our swab training, the Waharoa ki te Toi crew at The MOKO Foundation has been out and about doing a pilot run to test how our recruitment and swabbing process will roll out with our awesome whānau! 💥 A massive mihi to the whānau who took part in our pilot run – your support helps us fine-tune everything before we go full steam ahead! 🙌🏽 For everyone else who’s already registered — we’ll be in touch very soon to confirm a few more details. 📧 Keep an eye on your emails! 📞 If you didn’t provide an email, expect a call from us within the next week. Not registered yet? No worries – click the link below or scan the QR code to get on board! 🖊️📲 Let’s do this together, for the health of our whānau and our future. 💙 #WaharoaKiTeToi #TheMOKOFoundation #SwabStudy #ForOurWhānau #MāoriHealth #CommunityFirst
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