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Week 6: Presentation Protocols

Prepare for respectful, evidence-based presentations to whānau, iwi, and community

🎯 Ngā Whāinga Ako / Learning Objectives

  • Follow tikanga and local kawa for presenting solutions.
  • Structure a clear, compelling presentation with dual evidence (mātauranga + science).
  • Gather, respond to, and document stakeholder feedback.

🌿 Tikanga & Kawa

Check with local marae/iwi for pōwhiri or mihi requirements, koha expectations, and speaking order. Ensure presenters know their roles and correct pronunciation of place/whānau names.

Whakataukī: "Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi." (With your basket and my basket the people will thrive.)

Presentation Checklist

  • Opening: mihi, pepeha, purpose of presentation.
  • Issue recap: who is affected, why it matters locally.
  • Solution overview: what you propose and why it fits.
  • Evidence: cultural indicators + science data.
  • Implementation: roles, timelines, monitoring.
  • Feedback request: what input you need today.
  • Koha/thanks: acknowledge hosts and partners.

Feedback Capture

Record feedback from whānau, iwi, scientists, and council. Note commitments and next steps.

Action Items:

Reflection / Whakaaro

  1. How will you honour feedback that challenges your design?

  2. What tikanga or kawa are critical for your audience?

  3. How will you balance brevity and depth for different stakeholders?