Introduction to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

This workshop is an introduction to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and will explore the relationship between Māori and Pākehā before the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, why Te Tiriti o Waitangi was signed, and Te Tiriti itself. These learnings will be explored through interactive activities and group kōrero.

Workshop Facilitators

Chloe Bisley-Wright, Youth Work Facilitator and Supervisor

Chloe Bisley-Wright (Pākehā), a Youth Worker in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, is passionate about the inclusion and celebration of young people in Aotearoa. Her facilitation experience is in youth development, mental health, sustainability and Treaty education. She hopes to provide a warm, interactive and safe space to learn about Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Resources used are accessible online from Tangata Tiriti for those wanting to incorporate activities into the classroom, work or community groups.

Laurie Forde

Laurie Forde (Pākehā) is in her third year of studying a bachelor of education and psychology with a minor in Māori studies at Te Heranga Waka, Victoria University. She works with tamariki from the ages of one through to thirteen, one of her roles is at a Māori immersion kura. Laurie is enthusiastic about learning with people and creating a safe space in which to do that in. A focus of her recent study has been on equiping young people, and staff who work with them, with tools to honour Te Tiriti in their daily lives. "I am excited to further attendee's knowledge in this area, and empower them in making positive change individually and collectively." - Laurie