Te Taha Whānau

Te taha whānau is the most fundamental unit of Māori society. Whānau are clusters of individuals descended from a fairly recent ancestor. Whānau may include up to three or four generations, and its importance will vary from one individual to the next.

The beliefs, expectations or opinions of the whānau can have a major impact on the choices that an individual makes.

Families contribute to a person’s well-being and most importantly a person’s identity.