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Jamie Lambert
Jamie Lambert
Ngāti Porou, Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Ngāi Tūhoe
Programme Developer, Resource Developer, Curriculum Designer
Jamie is a graduate of the Māori schooling system of Aotearoa New Zealand starting with Te Kōhanga Reo Tuatahi o Tokoroa and is now heavily engaged in Māori education across the sector.
She has extensive experience in the education system in teaching, curriculum design, qualification development, resource design & development as well as evaluation. She is a strong advocate for Māori aspirations, narratives and worldview throughout education from early childhood through to tertiary levels.
Māmā to Ashleigh and Mihipo Te Māia and Grandma to Te Ao Kamāia and they are at the forefront of her mind motivating her drive and passion to do better and be better for Māori through education.
Phil Lambert
Phil Lambert
Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Tūhoe
Programme Developer, Researcher & Evaluator
Phil was born and bred in the Hokianga, Northland and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience of the education system. He continues to make contributions of consequence to Māori education through programme and resource development.
He has significant expertise in programme development, research, rangahau, quality assurance, and resource development.
Pāpā to Sharyne, Jamie, Josh Kane, and Michael. Koko to his many mokopuna.
Phil was a lead programme developer for Te Wānanga o Aotearoa for the He Waka Hiringa: Master of Applied Indigenous Knowledge programme as well as the Tikanga and Reo suites of programmes at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.
Joel Walters
Joel Walters
Ngāti Hauā, Raukawa ki Wharepūhunga, Ngāti Whakaue
Resource Developer
Joel is a strong advocate of health and wellbeing through self-development and resource development. An extensive background in the building industry saw Joel leave his career as a builder to invest his time and energy into the wellbeing space through self-development and resource making – making a meaningful contribution to the world. Joel brings with him an expansive range of skills, knowledge, experience and empathy that is a hallmark of his work ethic.
Pāpā to Mihipo Te Māia. He has a vision to be able to support and develop resources that support students across the sector, with a special focus on Māori.
Sharyne Tuari
Sharyne Tuari
Ngāti Porou, Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Ngāi Tūhoe
Resource Developer, Graphic Designer
Sharyne is an experienced programme and resource developer and valued member of our team.
A second language learner of te reo Māori she is zealous about te ao Māori and what she can contribute to any kaupapa driven space. Sharyne is an avid creative that contributes with various mediums including graphic design and photography. She has also spent extensive time working in hauora through the Restorative Justice and Iwi panel spaces.
Māmā to Mason and Havana. We are grateful to have the skill and experience that Sharyne brings over a range of areas.
Ashleigh Jade Lambert Tapine
Ashleigh Jade Lambert Tapine
Ngāti Porou, Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Ngāi Tūhoe
Administrator
Ashleigh Jade is a vibrant and upcoming member of our team that is passionate and committed to contributing using her administration and coordination skills. Her skills include project coordination, systems set up and maintenance, note taking, Xero administration, accounts payable and completing funding applications.
Māmā to Te Ao Kamāia. She is excited about the opportunity to contribute to this space.
Brandon Smith
Brandon Smith
Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tāmanuhiri
Resource Developer, Project Support
Brandon is a well-connected member of our team whose networks in the Tairāwhiti community spread far and wide. His empathetic and kaupapa based approach drives his work ethic to ensure his contributions are making a difference to Māori communities. Brandon is a hard-working and respectful member of the team who is also a pillar of strength and encouragement for those around him. We are extremely humbled to have Brandon’s knowledge, experience, and aroha based practice within our team.
Ivan Tuari
Ivan Tuari
Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Poutama Nui a Awa
Resource Developer, Project Support
Meet Ivan, a multi-talented creative powerhouse with skills spanning graphic design, animation, resource development, programme development, logistics, and trades. His passion for toi whakairo (Māori carving) and the arts infuses his work with a unique touch. With Ivan, you'll find a versatile professional who brings exceptional expertise and a deep appreciation for artistic expression to every project he undertakes. Pāpā to Creedence, Kade, Mason and Havana and Koro to Leila-Rhe. A valued member of our team who provides a grounding sense to us all.
Michael Lambert
Michael Lambert
Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Tūhoe
Resource Developer, Project Support
Michael is an energetic team member that has strong people skills.
He is a strong advocate of tikanga and te reo Māori and aspires to continue his reo journey and support others on theirs.
He has a broad range of skills and experience ranging from truck driving and forklift operating to gardening, graphic design and resource development.
Pāpā to Te Rukupō and a valued member of our team who provides support across all
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