Restoring the mana of Wāhine Māori through holistic health, cultural identity, and kaupapa Māori leadership.
Our Services
Iwi & Whakapapa Clinics
Personalised support to help wāhine trace their lineage, locate their iwi/marae, and understand their whakapapa. We assist with navigating the Māori Land Court and Whakapapa Units.
Cultural Wellbeing Programmes
Workshops based on Te Whare Tapa Whā, exploring the four pillars of hauora: taha wairua, hinengaro, tinana, and whānau — through a Māori worldview.
Fitness & Healing Circles
Movement classes combined with wānanga exploring body image, self-worth, and decolonising wellbeing practices.
About
Our Kaupapa
Tū Māia Anake Trust exists to uplift Wāhine Māori through cultural healing and hauora. Guided by Te Whare Tapa Whā and the values of Te Kīngitanga — unity, self-determination, and service — our work focuses on identity restoration as a foundation for wellbeing.
Our Vision
To see every Wāhine Māori stand strong in her identity, connected to her iwi, and leading her whānau with confidence and cultural pride.
Our Trustees
Led by a collective of Māori wāhine with lived experience and deep cultural grounding, our Trust meets monthly to guide all kaupapa and community response.
Our Story
Tū Māia Anake Trust was created by Wāhine Māori, for Wāhine Māori — to help those who feel disconnected from their culture, their identity, and their whakapapa.
Many of us grew up without knowing our iwi, our marae, or even how to introduce ourselves in te reo. This disconnection has caused pain, shame, and made it harder to live well.
We started this Trust to change that.
Through our programmes, we support wāhine to reconnect with their whakapapa, strengthen their wellbeing, and step into leadership. Everything we do is based on kaupapa Māori values and Te Whare Tapa Whā — focusing on the whole person: body, mind, spirit, and whānau.
Tū Māia Anake means to stand strong, with courage. That’s what we help wāhine do — for themselves, their families, and the next generation.
Meet the board
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Jess Carter - Chair
Ngāpuhi
Jess oversees the day-to-day functions of Kura Cares, managing logistics, staff support, and programme delivery with precision and heart. -
Lyn Ngapera - Trustee
Tainui
The heart of operations, Lyn ensures smooth delivery across all programmes. Her strong community ties and lived experience guide the kaupapa with authenticity and care. -
Oliva Taani - Trustee
Tongan, Tainui
Oliva is a passionate mentor who leads with empathy and strength. She plays a key role in guiding young wāhine through personal development, mental well-being, and cultural connection. Her Tongan and Tainui roots influence her nurturing approach and commitment to empowering the next generation. -
Richie Aholelei - Trustee
Ngāpuhi, Tongan
A dedicated community leader with a strong background in governance and strategy. Richie brings vision, accountability, and a deep passion for empowering whānau. -
Primroze Pouvalu - Trustee
Tongan, Ngāpuhi
Primroze brings warmth, energy, and cultural pride to her role supporting rangatahi across Kura Cares programmes. With her strong Tongan and Ngāpuhi heritage, she connects deeply with youth, helping them build confidence, identity, and resilience through a kaupapa Māori and Pasifika lens.
