Ngāti Pukenga

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Prof Hokowhitu is a leader in Māori and Indigenous critical theory, research, and methods. He was co- investigator in Prospective Outcomes of Injury Study, helping establish kaupapa Māori methods in researching. He co-leads research design, execution, dissemination and mentor emerging Māori researchers.

Prof Oetzel uses community-based participatory research to work collaboratively with communities on various health issues to improve health equity. His work includes two Māori health organisations related to pre-diabetes (He Pikinga Waiora) and positive aging (Kaumātua Mana Motuhake). He co-leads the project contributing to research design and evaluation. He is committed to collaborative design so that research and interventions fit the context and needs of communities, and are culturally centered.

Raukawa, Ngati Maniapoto, Waikato Tainui, Ngati Rangiwewehi, me Rangitane.

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Rangimahora is experienced in leading for-kaumātua-by-kaumātua organisations. She brings networks in the health and social services sector serving kaumātua and skills in project management, financial management and business development. She co-leads the project, managing contractual and working relationships with advisory and expert groups.

An Associate Professor with the Waikato Management School,  with 15  years of health social-work experience, working primarily with elders and families. She brings expertise in qualitative research, and working with elders, kaumātua, and Te Rauawaawa (research; student volunteers for the Kaumātua Olympics and Kaumātua Idol). She contributes to research design, execution, dissemination, project management.

Ngāti Kurī

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An Associate Professor in Te Pua Wānanga ki te Ao, the Faculty of Māori & Indigenous Studies. Sophie is primarily involved in the teaching and researching of te reo Māori, and has published in this area. Her PhD investigated the teaching and learning of te reo Māori in English-medium, secondary schools in relation, to materials, methodology and teachers’ linguistic and educational backgrounds.

Ngāti Kahungunu, Te Roroa

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As a Senior Community Researcher, Pare brings experience in project management, research project support, and first-hand experience in whānau/community care of kaumātua. She collaborates with kaumātua, advisory groups and the research team to help carry out the research plan. Pare actively supports kaumātua in their committees, social programmes and events.