Whaihua Kōrero

"Dear Megan, I would like to acknowledge and express my appreciation for your support in the Kaimahi engagement workshop. It was clear to see that you had put in a lot of effort to help support myself and all kaimahi. 

You provided us all with a great insight and understanding of knowledge that helped me learn about myself and my work colleagues around how we can communicate to one another effectively. 

I have noticed that Te Kohanga Reo o Hinerangi has improved immensely where our communication is now efficient and effective.  The action plan supports whanau and kaimahi where feedback is respected, heard, and supported by all whanau members. 

I look forward to completing further action items in future with the great support from our committee and whanau members."

"We learnt a lot from this wānanga. It provided a safe and supportive space to be vulnerable and grow, not just as individuals but as a collective. It helped us to strengthen our connections and deepen our understanding of each other.

The way mātauranga Māori was woven throughout, along with the manu thinking rhythms, made everything feel connected and relevant to who we are. Megan met with us before the wānanga to understand what we wanted to achieve, and the tailored scenario helped us to use the strategy in practice. It guided us to reflect and refine our group foundations, whānau culture, and direction, making the learning meaningful to what we do together and how we contribute in the community.

The Takahoa Poutama handbook was great for recapping key insights during and after the wānanga, and it helped us keep all our notes and reflections together using the USB pen. It is something we can take with us and return to as we continue to apply the learning. The activities throughout the day were fun and interactive, providing time to take it all in and keep the energy up. The whole wānanga was really well put together, and having access to the digital learning portal is a real bonus. It means we can keep exploring the resources and tools in our own time and continue the journey after the wānanga. 

Megan’s facilitation style was soft-spoken and welcoming, creating an environment where it felt comfortable to ask questions and share openly. Communication was clear, the session was very well presented, and the learning experience was engaging, enjoyable, and thought-provoking. We would highly recommend this wānanga to any individual or group wanting to evolve, strengthen their connections, and learn new ways to think strategically through a kaupapa Māori approach."

"Testimonial from Michele Badenhorst, Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive – Te Rau Ora

Working alongside Megan through her consultancy with Te Rau Ora was such a privilege. She brings together cultural depth, integrity, and genuine warmth in everything she does. Megan has a beautiful way of making complex kaupapa easy to understand while keeping people connected and valued throughout the process. Her calm and authentic approach made a real difference for our team.

I have huge admiration for her mahi and fully endorse her as both a consultant and collaborator."

"Megan Tahere has provided exceptional professional development support to Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Kuia, delivering coaching and leadership development grounded in kaupapa Māori.

Her approach aligns perfectly with our organisational values and aspirations.

Through one-on-one coaching, kaimahi have reported tangible benefits. Several described the sessions as “clarifying and confidence-building,” noting that Megan’s style helped them “see their role in the bigger picture” and “develop practical strategies for everyday challenges.” Feedback highlighted how the coaching created space for reflection and strengthened individual capability while maintaining cultural integrity.

Megan also led the Manu Hōmiromiro: Poutama Insights wānanga for our key leaders. This experience was widely acknowledged as transformative. Leaders spoke about “a renewed sense of collective purpose” and “greater connection to each other and our kaupapa.” One participant reflected that the wānanga “brought our shared values to life in a way that felt authentic and actionable.” The session produced a collective statement that captured our organisational intent, which participants agreed would serve as a foundation for future mahi.

Her support consistently leverages Māori concepts and approaches, ensuring development is culturally grounded and relevant. This has strengthened trust, cohesion, and strategic thinking across our team.

Megan’s mahi continues to make a meaningful difference for Ngāti Kuia, both at an individual and collective."