Maori principles. As part of your support for Maori Service Users and Staff, you will support the introduction of appropriate Maori principles/tikanga within your organisation in such a way as to promote the holistic approach of Maori to health care. Some explanation of these matters is described below: Wairua Spirit or spirituality A recognition that the Maori view of spirituality is inextricably related to the wellbeing of the Maori Service User. Aroha Compassionate love The unconditional acceptance which is the heart of care and support. Turangawaewae A place to stand The place the person calls home, where their origins are. Must be identified for all Maori Service Users who wish it. Whanaungatanga The extended family The family or group which takes responsibility for its members and must be informed of where its member is. Tapu/Noa Sacred/profane The recognition of the cultural means of social control envisaged in tapu and noa including its implications for practices in working with Maori Service Users. Mana Authority, standing Services must recognise the mana of Maori Service Users. Tangata Whenua Hapu or iwi that holds mana whenua over an area In relation to a particular area, means the hapu or iwi, that is Maori and holds mana whenua or customary authority over that area. Manaaki To care for and show respect to Services show respect for Maori values, traditions and aspirations. Kawa Protocol of the marae, land, iwi Determines how things are done in various circumstances. Respect for kawa is very important. If the kawa is not known the tangata whenua should be consulted. Other population groups F5 Health of other population groups F5.1 Other population groups We both recognise that the needs of some population groups in addition to Maori, may be or may become a priority in relation to improving health outcomes and that we both need to be prepared to seek to meet those needs as they arise and evolve over time.
