Hui Theme

The Health Research Council of New Zealand is holding its biennial Hui Whakapiripiri aimed at those who share an interest in Māori health and Māori health research. The theme for the 2012 Hui is:

Whakamahia ngā pou mātauranga hei whakaongaonga te hauora Māori
Apply the pillars of understanding to stimulate health gains - Mr Beau Haereroa

Translating research into Māori health gains
Progressing the link between research, policy and practice

This overarching theme extends from the six goals encapsulated throughout Ngā Pou Rangahau: The Strategic Plan for Māori Health Research 2010 – 2015. The Strategy content arose out of consultation with Māori communities, providers, researchers and policy makers.

Progressing research through to practice and strengthening Māori health gains relies on both a solid foundation and key supporting pillars. At the recent HRC Māori Knowledge Translation Symposium, key pillars of understanding emerged in relation to the six goals of the Strategy. Key pillars include engaging with others to research collaboratively across disciplines; empowering the Maori health research workforce for building capability and expertise; and, acknowledging the holism of mātauranga by researching, educating and applying new technologies in an appropriate and ethical manner.

This year’s Hui Whakapiripiri has a particular focus on encouraging those who are new to research including community and iwi groups, providers and students.  The programme aims to put information into practice by providing a series of interactive workshops and mentorship panels on types of research, methods, and methodologies as well as insightful information from those that have been successful in applying for funding.  There will also be a special focus on ethics and associated processes, and senior Māori health researchers will be available throughout the Hui for questions, advice or comment regarding research related matters.