Māori Concepts of Health Promotion

Time 9.30am – 3.30pm

Introduction

The aim of this workshop is to introduce participants to shared understandings of traditional Māori concepts, ideologies and practices in relation to health and wellbeing. Additionally the workshop will consider how these ideas may be used to inform contemporary approaches to Māori Health Promotion planning, implementation and evaluation. With the recent developments in relation to Whanau Ora this programme will provide a basis for discussion in terms of what constitutes a well Māori community and whether traditional knowledge has the potential to elevate Māori health status and improve Māori health outcomes.

Learning outcomes

As a result of attending this workshop, participants will:

• Gain an introductory insight into traditional pre- colonial Māori concepts of health and wellbeing; and how this was incorporated into everyday life
• Have a practical guide to developing and improving Māori Health Promotion practice
• Gain knowledge that will enhance the effectiveness of Health Promoters and Public Health Practitioners who wish to contribute to Māori health outcomes.

About the Facilitator

Trevor Simpson, Senior Health Promotion Strategist, Health Promotion Forum of New Zealand. Trevor has a background in community development, Māori social development, treaty settlements and Māori health promotion. He is committed to Māori health promotion as an important vehicle to improving Māori health outcomes and Māori community development.

General Information

Tea and coffee will be available upon arrival and a light lunch with be offered at 12.30pm. Please let us know if you have any special dietary or other needs.

This meeting is organised by the Health Promotion Forum as part of a contract with the Ministry of Health to provide seminars, workshops and other services on health promotion.