25 Years of Partnership, Impact and Indigenous Solutions
From our earliest kaupapa to today’s international projects, Kāhui Tautoko Consulting has always been driven by one purpose: to uplift Indigenous communities and support their tino rangatiratanga. Established in 2000 under the name gifted by the late Mate Kaiwai, we have worked alongside iwi, hapū, and Indigenous organisations to design solutions that are culturally grounded, effective, and enduring.
Over the years, our mahi has grown to span health, education, social development, corrections, and cultural exchange, connecting communities in Aotearoa with partners across Canada, the Pacific, and Hawai‘i. At the heart of it all are the people we serve – and the people who make up our whānau.
Our 25th Anniversary e-Magazine
Our commemorative e-magazine, Te Hononga, captures 25 years of stories, milestones, and voices from across Aotearoa, Canada, Hawai‘i and beyond. Inside you’ll find interviews, photo galleries, and reflections from past and present team members, clients, and partners.
25-Year Story Timeline
Our journey has been shaped by milestones that reflect our values and vision:
Voices of Kāhui Tautoko
Our strength lies in the people who have shaped our journey – staff, clients, and partners who have trusted us to walk alongside them.
Staff Stories:
Client Stories:
Discover more inspiring stories from our staff and clients about their journey with Kāhui Tautoko.
Staff Stories:
Client Stories:
Conversation with our CEO
Our founder and CEO, [Mara Andrews – See Her Journey], has led Kāhui Tautoko from its first contract to an international network of Indigenous partnerships. Her philosophy is simple: listen deeply, work in partnership, and never lose sight of the kaupapa. In her own words, “Every project matters – because every project impacts lives.”
Looking ahead
As we celebrate this milestone, we remain focused on the future – supporting communities until they no longer need us, influencing policy to remove systemic barriers, and sharing Indigenous solutions globally. Our vision is one where our people are thriving, connected, and in control of their own futures.
2000
The late Mate Kaiwai names our Company and we incorporate Kāhui Tautoko Consulting 27/7/2000
2000
Kāhui Tautoko achieves its first contract working for the Department of Corrections
2001
Kāhui Tautoko begins hiring more staff - wins second contract with Ministry of Social Development – work expands
2003
Kāhui Tautoko is nominated at the Māori Business Women’s Awards
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