It is very important to me as a Maori woman, and not knowing te reo Maori or understanding it, I want to encourage those in my mahi to learn with me. Not only because it's te reo Maori language week, but this is also an opportunity to be able to influence understanding of Tikanga within my work environment. While I have a strong understanding of Tikanga, I don't have te reo. We are a mental health organisation with a high percentage of Maori clients. I want my colleagues to use greetings in te reo everyday so it becomes a normal way to welcome all whom walk in our doors. Nga mihi Charmaine
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