Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2021

14 Sep, 2021
 
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2021

Every year since 1975 New Zealand has marked Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week).

This is a time for all New Zealanders to celebrate te Reo Māori and to use more Māori phrases in everyday life.

This year it is being held September 13-19 and the national theme is again "Kia Kaha te Reo Māori".

Kia Kaha is a well-known expression translating to "be strong". So, by saying "Kia Kaha te Reo Māori" we are declaring - "Let's make the Māori language strong".

How to get involved

  • Like the Māori at AUT Facebook and follow their Instagram to hear from AUT students on the Māori word of the day
  • Register for the live streamed Kahoot! competition on 15 September, 7-8pm for all whānau. The event will be broadcast on the Māori at AUT Facebook page on the night. Prizes will be on offer.
  • Learn Te Reo Māori with Lecturer Hēmi Kelly. Follow him at A Māori Phrase a Day or listen to his new pukaoro (audiobook) of the same name, available at Apple Books, Audible, Google Play and other audiobook platforms.
  • Sign Up for a Word a Day to use when you’re having conversations with your whānau
  • Download our te reo Māori learning app called Kōrerorero. Available for download at the Apple App Store and Google Play.
  • Incorporate Māori greetings into your conversations and emails. You can find many examples here.
  • Visit reomaori.co.nz to find out more about celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.

Why does AUT celebrate and promote Te Wiki o te Reo Māori?

First and foremost, AUT has a strong and important relationship with Māori, which honours the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.

This commitment is reflected in the educational, social and philosophical culture of AUT.

Our values – tika, pono and aroha (integrity, respect and compassion) – are at the heart of everything we do.

Our integrity helps us do good work; respect is at the core of how we work together; and we're welcoming, helpful and kind, and always try to show each other compassion.

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