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Transcript of Ara Tika – On Track RTLB Association Conference 2011 Mason Durie Massey University.
RangimarieTe Maungarongo o Nga
Iwi o Rangitikei me Manawatu Manawatu River
‘Te Manawaroa o Ngati Raukawa ki te
pupuri i te rangimarie me te
whakapono’
The potential of Rangatahi has never been higher
Navigating Pathways with Rangatahi: The main points
The potential of Rangatahi has never been higher
Navigating Pathways with Rangatahi : The main points
The realisation of potential will be accelerated by:
An integrated approach to education, training, employment, whānau & community development Building knowledge, skills, and relationships that will have currency in the future Skilful navigation to create opportunities for full participation in society
Demographic potential
Māori economic potential
Educational potentialCultural potentialWhānau potential
2010
2015
2020
5m
1,000,000
800,000 – 22%
Demographic TransitionsNZ Population Growth
4m
2m
6m
1m
3m
Projected rates of increase1.4% from 2001 – 2007
1.0 from 2007-20110.7% to 2020s0.4% to 2040s
4.37m
Demographic TransitionsNZ Population Growth
20501800
1900
2000100,000
200,000
500,000
1,000,000
565,329 – 15%(Median age 22.7 yrs - 2006)
800,000 – 22%
45,000
Māori Demographic Transitions
Māori Demographic Transitions
10
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
1900 1920 1940 1960 1980 2000 2020 2040 2060
Year
Med
ian
age
of p
opn
Now
Median age36.5
2006 2021
30
35
40
20
European (39 44yrs)
Māori (23 26yrs)
Pacific (21 24yrs)
Asian (28 36yrs)
25
4550
Economic development Asset retention & acquisition Asset diversity – land, forests, real estate, fishing, water New markets, investments
Cultural affirmation Marae The application of Tikanga, Kawa, Mātauranga, Te Reo to
education, the economy, sport, art, business Whānau and hapū – intergenerational transmissions
Social equity Health & wellbeing – Whānau Ora Full participation in society, education & the economy
Exploring the FutureIwi Aspirations in the Post-settlement Era
1,000,000
800,000 – 22%
Educational PotentialTo live as Maori and as Citizens of
the World Customised approaches to education and training Student centred (vs institutional centred) Endorsement of cultural values & healthy lifestyles Expectations of success Relevant to the future and aligned to community futures
1,000,000
800,000 – 22%
Demographic TransitionsNZ Population Growth
Cultural Potential
• Te reo Māori across all domains
• Waka ama, Kapa haka
• Mātauranga Maori within the curriculum
• Maori culture defines New Zealand
Strengthened whānau capabilities
An integrated approach to whānau wellbeing
Collaborative relationships between state agencies in relation to whānau services
Relationships between government & community agencies that are broader than contractual
Improved cost-effectiveness and value for money’
From a Deficit Model
• Diagnosis• Dysfunction• Deviance• Diminished
expectations• Disparities• Difficulties in the past
From a Deficit Model
• Diagnosis• Dysfunction• Deviance• Diminished
expectations• Disparities• Difficulties in the past
To a Model of Potential Positive attributes Pathways to success Partnerships Possibilities for the future Progress over time Plans for tomorrow
Whānau self managementHealthy whānau lifestyles Full whānau participation in societyConfident participation in te ao MāoriEconomic security and wealth
creationWhānau cohesion – between
generations & between households
Whānau Ora Goals
Integrated solutions
Distinctive pathways
Goals that empower
Three Principles that Underpin Whānau Ora
‘No single sector or discipline has all the answers’
‘Gains for whānau require an integrated and coherent approach’
Principle 1 Integrated Solutions
Integrated Government policiesSocial and economic development Impacts of all policies on whānau
Integration of Customary and contemporary approaches Indigenous knowledge science, commerce,
jurisprudence
Integration across sectorsHealth, education, labour, youth affairs, social
services, territorial authorities, Māori Affairs ... Iwi, hapū, Māori community integration
Integration within sectorsYouth mentoring, support, advisory services
Principle 1 Integrated Solutions
Pathways that lead to long term gains
Pathways that are: Culturally relevant
Meaningful to diverse populations (age-groups, ethnic, metropolitan, rural)
Linked to future needs, economies, opportunities
Principle 2 Distinctive Pathways
The acquisition of knowledge, information, and skills in order to achieve: Healthy lifestyles Economic certainty Stable relationships Social inclusion Full participation in society Confident participation in te ao
Māori Self management & self
determination
Principle 3 Goals that Empower
Integrated solutions
Distinctive pathways
Goals that empower
Whānau Plans, that address future needs, aspirations, capability
Inter-sector collaborationComprehensive Provider clusters
Whānau navigators,Matching whānau with servicesCultural dimensions
Principles and Whānau Ora
Principle 1: Integrated Solutions
Principle 2: Distinctive pathways
Principle 3: Goals that empower
Application of the Whānau Ora Principles to Rangatahi Potential
A collaborative approach that includes: Teachers & Families Classroom and plying field Education & employment Health & social services Unions & employers Iwi & marae Territorial authorities
Principle 1 Integrated Solutions
Pathways that lead to: Cultural alignment Academic success Career readiness Recreational capacity A capacity to sustain
relationships
Pathways that are facilitated by navigators
Principle 2 Distinctive Pathways Two Proposals to reduce youth
disadvantage1.E-learning in low decile
schools2.Improve school-to work
transitionsNew
Zealand Institute
Discussion Paper 2011/1
Navigators work with Rangatahi in order to: Ascertain whanau aspirations Shape personalised education plans Negotiate educational options Mediate relationships with teachers Access relevant training schemes Obtain employment that will lead to preferred
careers Gain financial literacy Participate in te ao Māori Seek the best possible outcomes
Principle 2 Distinctive PathwaysRangatahi Navigators
1. Capacity for a working relationship with rangatahi2. Able to engage with whānau3. Stock take of aspirations, priorities – rangatahi &
whānau4. Identification of rangatahi capabilities and skills to
meet identified needs and goals5. Identification of resources (goods, services,
information) that will lead to agreed goals6. Identify external agencies where resources are located 7. Liaison with agencies to supply resources in an
appropriate manner8. Measure the impact of navigation
The Navigational Role
Relationship building
Mentoring
Brokering
Advocacy
Planning
Mediation
Sustainable & positive relationships Whānau, te ao Māori, provider groups, community leaders, educational agencies, unions, employers
Skill transferPassing on navigational skills to Rangatahi
Best possible deal for rangatahiSchooling, Iwi resources, Justice, IT, career planning, employers, information
Promoting rangatahi interestsWith Iwi, within schools, employers, local & central govt.
Converting rangatahi aspirations to a plan of actionShort term objectives; medium & long term goals
Facilitating the resolution of disagreementswithin whānau, between employers, teachers, & Rangatahi
Navigator Skills
Focus on elimination of risk factors ? or
Focus on building protective factors ?
Focus on individuals in school environments ? or
Focus on individuals in whānau and communities?Focus on individualised interventions ?
orFocus on ‘wrap-around’ services ?
Alcohol and drugs Economic Disadvantage Discrimination and stigma Educational under-
achievement Environments – unsafe,
polluted, overcrowded, poorly resourced
Family – dysfunctional, fragmented, child neglect
Food – too much and too little (of nutritious foods)
Natural & man-made disasters Peer rejection Political repression Physical illness Physical inactivity Poverty Racism Unemployment – insecure, conditions Violence – interpersonal, intimate & collective; war Work – stress and strain
Cultural engagement Quality parenting Cultural identity –
secure, strong Education – accessible
and effective Environments – safe
and nurturing Empowerment and self
determination Resilient, competent,
multiple capabilities,
• Food – nutritious, adequate• Housing – affordable, accessible• Income – accessible & safe employment• Personal resilience & social skills• Physical fitness • Families - resilient, cohesive, competent, • Full participation in society & the economy• Sport and recreation• Transport• Services – health, social, justice• Spirituality
Positive engagement with education Access to knowledge, information, skills
e-literacy, financial literacy, health literacy Balanced lifestyles Long term personalised career plans leading to
ongoing career development financial security capacity for innovation contribution to whānau opportunities to join the workforce global reach self management
Principle 3: Goals that will Empower Rangatahi
Skilful navigationcollaborative effort, multiple strategies aligned with
future opportunities,
the transfer of knowledge, skills and information necessary for
full participation in te ao Māori and in wider society.
Realising Rangatahi potential depends on an approach that recognises:
The potential of Rangatahi has never been higher
Navigating Pathways with Rangatahi: The main points - again
The realisation of potential will be accelerated by:
An integrated approach to education, training, employment, whānau & community development Building knowledge, skills, and relationships that will have currency in the future Skilful navigation to create opportunities for full participation in society