Waipā Māori youth with a passion for their culture and community are invited to apply for the Tuia Leadership Programme for 2026.
Tuia looks for rangatahi Māori with leadership potential and a commitment to their communities. The successful applicant will work with Waipā Mayor Mike Pettit - receiving mentorship, leadership insights, and sharing their voice on the issues that matter most to young people in the district.
Are you what we are looking for?
We're looking for rangatahi Māori who are actively involved in their local community and have leadership potential.
Applications are now open for rangatahi aged 18-25 who:
- live in Waipā
- are actively involved in their community
- can attend monthly meetings
- are open-minded and willing to participate in discussions and workshops
- can commit to several multi-day wānanga (leadership forums) throughout the year
- are prepared to challenge and be challenged
