Ora Konnect is an Alliance made up of Tangata Whenua Rangitaane o Manawatū, local NGO, Government and Māori organisations with a vested interest in supporting community aspirations in the 4412.
Using Collective impact as a framework, guided by a whānau-led approach and the principles of Whānau Ora, they bring together under one kaupapa; sharing of resources, effort, measurement, data and infrastructure across sectors to support and provide greater impact and resource for whānau and community aspirations.
Our collective mahi includes:
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Community events
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Designing and trialing fit for purpose services
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Sponsoring community led kaupapa
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Growing and fostering system relationships
Mahi we have done:
Whānau Led
Whānau Led has a key focus on the revitalisation of the Highbury shops; realizing the aspirations of the community for a functional and safe gathering space that recognises Whānaungatanga, Rangatiratanga and Kaitiakitanga as core values and drivers for change.
Thus far the partnership with PNCC & Ora Konnect has upgraded road and shopping centre safety, beautified the environment, & provided resources for community interaction and engagement. The feedback has been unreservedly positive.
The next phase of this project is to realise a visual representation of Te Ao Māori through the installation of a community designed Pou. This component of the project is currently underway.
Ko tou Manawa, Ko tōku Manawa
A pilot programme designed alongside whānau living in Highbury and West End to create safer, more connected and cohesive communities. We work collectively using education and resources to strengthen the trust and confidence within the community to achieve increased whānau wellbeing.
If you live in Highbury or West End and are interested in ways to increase the security of your home and community, check out the website to see if you are eligible: https://ktm-nzpolice.hub.arcgis.com/
Kai Security
Capturing the food aspirations of whānau in the 4412 and supporting them to achieve these is the mahi of the 4412 Kai Security Squad. Through strategic support of whānau led initiatives, the Kai Security Squad are helping our people journey from food insecurity to food resilience and to food sovereignty.
Keen to know more? Check out Environment Network Manawatu facebook page to follow whats happening in the Kai Security space!
BBT Rugby League tournament and Whānau Day 2020
4412 whānau, Josie and Corey Woon, saw the opportunity to organise a community driven event that gave focus to bringing men and their whānau together in a fun day out playing,watching, supporting league whilst having access to health and wellbeing providers in a fun and interactive day. Ora Konnect worked alongside Josie and Corey to support them using collective resources to bring their idea to fruition. The day was well attended by the community and a great day was had by all.