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Rangatahi

Māoriland empowers rangatahi to become the next generation of story leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs. Through film, arts, and technology, we equip Māori youth with the skills to tell their stories and connect with Indigenous storytellers globally.
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Performing arts classes and workshops for rangatahi to experience the arts
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E Tū Whānau Rangatahi Film Challenge

The E Tū Whānau Rangatahi Film Challenge is all about celebrating rangatahi voices in film!

We want to see your stories and perspectives on the big screen, showcasing who we are as rangatahi Māori.

Whether you’ve already made a film or are eager to dive in, Māoriland is here to support you every step of the way.

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Through Our Lens

Through Our Lens is a cultural exchange programme for young Indigenous storytellers to connect through film.

Māoriland partners with Indigenous communities around the world to present Through Our Lens. 

Working together over 2 – 3 days, participants make short films that tell stories of community and Indigenous identity from their perspective as young Indigenous peoples. 

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M.A.T.C.H. provides industry-tailored workplace training programs that equip rangatahi with cutting-edge animation, film, and digital technology skills. 

M.A.T.C.H. integrates the peer-led tuakana-teina model, fostering a collaborative, Māori-centered learning environment. Participants gain practical skills, preparing them for high-value careers in the creative industries. With expert-led workshops, access to the latest equipment, and a focus on leadership and well-being, M.A.T.C.H. is growing Aotearoa’s tech creative workforce

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Ngā Pakiaka Rangatahi Creatives

Ngā Pakiaka ARE the rangatahi leadership group of Māoriland Charitable Trust

THEY FACILITATE WORKSHOPS, PROGRAM THE MĀORILAND RANGATAHI FILM FESTIVAL AND MAKE FILMS

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Gives voice to our rangatahi and support their aspirations to understand and participate in the community.

Provides a nurturing supportive tangible pathway into future high-value work.

Creates employment opportunities for rangatahi and their whānau through the activities of the Māoriland Charitable Trust.

Shows rangatahi that they can live globally connected lives from within their own communities.

Connects Iwi Taketake globally through screen storytelling.