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Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2024: Ake ake ake – A Forever Language ❤️ Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (The Māori Language Week) is a special time for all New Zealanders to show their support for te reo Māori, one of the three official languages of Aotearoa (New Zealand). This year’s theme, ‘Ake ake ake – A Forever Language’, celebrates the resilience, adaptability, and endurance of te reo Māori. It also reflects our collective commitment to learning and cherishing the language for future generations. I’m grateful to have been a part of Te Tira Ahu Pae (Massey University Students’ Association), a newly amalgamated student body that’s dedicated to being a te Tiriti-led organisation. With 50% Māori representation on our board, I’ve learned firsthand the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi and the value of keeping te reo Māori alive in everyday life. Whether we’re starting our meetings with a karakia (prayer), learning a waiata (song) during our training, or incorporating the language into our daily conversations, we actively practice and celebrate te reo Māori within our work. These practices not only help keep the language alive but also create a more inclusive and welcoming workplace, making our indigenous communities feel more comfortable. Plus, it’s a great way to learn something new every day – you tend to pick up a new language much faster when you’re practicing it regularly. #TeWikioteReoMāori #AkeAkeAke #TeReoMāori #TeTiriti #MāoriVoices #Inclusivity #Diversity #IndigenousRights #CulturalDiversity #Multiculturalism #PalmerstonNorth #Aotearoa #NewZealand

This week is Te Wiki o te Reo Maaori (Maaori Language Week) in Aotearoa New Zealand. It’s an annual celebration for all New Zealanders to show their support for te reo Maaori, one of the country’s official languages. Te Wiki (the week) is a time to celebrate Aotearoa’s cultural identity, giving us the perfect opportunity to acknowledge te reo and try it out. Wherever you are in the world and however you’re connected to Aotearoa, we encourage you to give te reo Maaori a go this week. How about starting with the basics?

Te wiki o te Reo Māori  In Aotearoa (New Zealand) this week, it is Te Wiki o te Reo Māori - Māori Language Week. This has been acknowledged since 1975 and is a great way to bring awareness and promotion to te reo Māori (the Māori language), one of the official languages of New Zealand Aotearoa. In the comments below you will find a link to some helpful resources if you would like to learn more. #GoodTogether #BetterTogether #TeWikiOTeReoMāori

▪️ Noongar Phrase of the Day ▪️ The phrase "Kaya, wanju", pronounced kai-ya, wan-joo, means "Hello, welcome". It is often used when greeting and inviting people into a space, reflecting the Noongar people's deep sense of hospitality and inclusivity. Using "Kaya, wanju" is a beautiful way to make others feel at home and convey the Noongar welcoming spirit. Whether you welcome someone to your home, workplace, or community gathering, this phrase embodies the cultural value of opening our hearts and spaces to others. ▪️ Why This Matters ▪️ Learning and using Noongar words and phrases is more than just an exercise in language acquisition; it’s an act of cultural preservation and respect. By incorporating these words into our everyday language, we honour the Noongar culture and contribute to keeping the language alive. It’s a small but significant way to connect with the land, its history, and the people who have cared for it for over 80,000 years.

Have you ever wondered how a language can unite a nation? Te reo Māori, the indigenous language of Aotearoa New Zealand, is doing just that. #AkeAkeAketheme #LearningtereoMāori #Māoriculturalheritage #Māorilanguageevents #Māorilanguageinbusiness #MāoriLanguageWeek2024 #NewZealandidentity #TamaPotakaMāoridevelopment #TereoMāoricelebration #thxnews

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Kia Kaha te Reo Māori! It's Māori Language Week - a time to embrace the richness and beauty of te reo Māori and make it a part of our everyday business engagements. Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords; they’re essential in today’s competitive world. Authentic respect for language and culture, like te reo Māori and te ao Māori, enriches our personal growth and enhances our professional standing. Let's come together to celebrate, learn, and grow! How do you honour and enhance the use of te reo Māori in your company or organisation? Share your thoughts in the comments section below. #MāoriLanguageWeek #DiversityMatters #CelebrateCulture

I’ve got an opportunity to learn Mandarin for 2 hours. What an interesting session! So if you ask me; Wa, ni hui jiang HuiYu? I’ll answer; Yi Diandian 😁😁😁 #mandarinclass