Sport NZ partners with Ara Taiohi, Aotearoa New Zealand’s peak body for youth development, to support how our partners work with rangatahi in active recreation. This work is guided by the Mana Taiohi framework, developed by Ara Taiohi.

How does it work?

The Mana Taiohi principles acknowledge the mana that young people bring or carry, and actively work to enhance that mana. The framework has evolved from the principles of youth development, has been informed by young people, and reflects a Te Ao Māori worldview.

By better understanding and responding to the needs of rangatahi, there is an opportunity to deliver a broader range of activities, shifting towards active recreation as a vehicle for youth development.

The principles of Mana Taiohi

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The mana young people have:

Mauri (o te Taiohi)
Whakapapa (Taiohi)
Hononga (Taiohi)
Te Ao (Taiohi)

How youth development can enhance mana:

Whanaungatanga
Manaakitanga
Whai Wāhitanga
Mātauranga

These principles are interconnected, holistic, and exist in relation to one another. Without any one of them, the others are weak. Learn more about Mana Taiohi