Tihei Tākitimu Partnership Board members Announced The Establishment Steering Group responsible for the formation of the inaugural Iwi-Māori Partnership Board known as Tihei Tākitimu Partnership Board (TTPB) are pleased to announce the appointment of eight members to the Board.
“The establishment of Tihei Tākitimu gives us a strong voice in these health reforms to ensure accessible, high-quality services are available for Māori, with focus on equitable outcomes” said Waylyn Tahuri-Whaipakanga, chairperson of the appointments committee. “The Establishment Steering Group made up of 40 members with representation from Wairoa to Tamatea ran a transparent appointment process to secure the best possible candidates that have a mix of skills and experience required to influence the changes needed. The TTPB, which are a mix of iwi members, mātāwaka and health professionals, share a commitment and dedication to improving Māori health with a strong community focus,”
TTPB will play a vital role in working closely with the Māori Health Authority and Health NZ in the design and delivery of local health services for the Hawkes Bay region and relevant treaty settlement areas of interest. Locality commissioning from assessing the health needs of whānau, identifying priorities and monitoring the services provided are also core functions of the Board.
Media contact: Waylyn Tahuri-Whaipakanga - Waylyn.Tahuri-Whaipakanga@ttoh.iwi.nz

TIHEI TĀKITIMU BOARD MEMBERS
Lewis Ratapu
Tania Eden
Heather Skipworth
Henry Heke
Kerri Nuku
Coralee Thompson
Darryn Russell
Beverly Te Huia
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