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Nau mai haere mai Welcome to TupuToa!

Only 18 per cent of New Zealand’s top 60 firms have an executive who identifies as other than European/Pākehā.

Growing Māori and Pacific leaders
for a greater Aotearoa

TupuToa seeks to ensure corporate Aotearoa is representative of our country, by developing and empowering our people and building the cultural capability of our partners.

Our programmes aim to address the persistent inequalities facing our communities and disrupt intergenerational disadvantage. We work to reduce entry and advancement barriers which are biased against Māori and Pacific communities and support organisations in successfully recruiting and onboarding Māori and Pacific peoples.

Growing Māori and Pacific leaders for a greater Aotearoa 

Growing Māori and Pacific leaders for a greater Aotearoa 

Join the TupuToa whānau 

Join the TupuToa whānau 

We partner with organisations committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

TupuToa’s investment partners are a stand-out group of corporates and public sector organisations committed to a fundamental shift in business practises and culture, maximising Māori and Pacific potential in the workplace and building strong pathways and Māori and Pacific leaders.

Our Programmes 

Our Programmes 

210
2019/20

Opportunities

200
2020/21

Opportunities

250
2021/22

Opportunities

350
2022/23

Opportunities

450
2023/24

Opportunities

We empower our Māori and Pacific communities to unlock their full potential.

TupuToa aims to provide professional opportunities for Māori and Pacific in corporate, government and community organisations. We do this through our programmes and pathways below.

Internship Programme

An employment pathway that provides professional opportunities for Māori and Pacific tertiary students in corporate, government and community organisations.

 

Learn more here.

Kia Tupu Kia Toa Leadership Programme

Kia Tupu Kia Toa is a transformational leadership programme designed to grow and empower Māori and Pacific leaders. Through immersive wānanga, cultural connection, and real-world leadership experiences, we challenge you to step up, lead with purpose, and build a future grounded in identity, resilience, and impact. Are you ready to grow and go beyond?

Learn more here.