A journey towards an enlightened justice system
Te Hiku Iwi Development Trust & Ministry of Justice
Te Ao Marama is a judicially-led initiative dedicated to enhancing the court experience for all, representing a move towards a more enlightened and inclusive justice system. Oi Collective was engaged to design and drive impact alongside Te Hiku o Te Ika.
About Te Ao Marama
Te Ao Marama represents a judicially-led initiative aimed at enhancing the overall court experience for all. It represents a journey toward an enlightened justice system. This initiative responds to the persistent and pressing calls for transformative change within our judicial structures. While specialist courts have emerged in response to these appeals, Te Ao Marama distinguishes itself as a comprehensive approach tailored explicitly for the District Court.
The Te Hiku Action Plan embodies a concerted effort to pave a transformative path within Te Hiku communities. It stands as a blueprint created from collective aspirations, discussions, and shared commitments toward reshaping the dynamics of the local justice system. This comprehensive plan encompasses multifaceted strategies designed to address systemic issues, promote inclusivity, and integrate Te Hiku o Te Ika perspectives into the judicial process and Family Court system.
Our role
Role: Te Hiku Project Lead
Community-led design, development & implementation
Systems analysis & impact
Project Management
Facilitation & delivery
Research & writer of the “Action Plan: Te Ao Marama ki Te Hiku o Te Ika”
Click here to explore a case study on how we utilised Te Tokotoru within this project.
ACTION PLAN
TE AO MARAMA KI TE HIKU O TE IKA
A transformative, community-led roadmap designed to reshape the justice system in Te Hiku o Te Ika. Developed through deep collaboration and leadership from Te Hiku whānau, this action plan was written and presented by the Oi Collective. It reflects the collective aspirations of the community to build a justice system grounded in fairness, cultural responsiveness, and whānau empowerment. The plan outlines clear, actionable steps to create a more inclusive, locally driven system where holistic wellbeing and whānau-led solutions are at the core.
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“Nothing moves unless the tail of the fish does. Not the head. Not the puku. Te Hiku o Te Ika!”
