Post by Kiwi Frontline on Apr 7, 2020 5:00:22 GMT 12
ADVISORS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR IWI
The new chair of Te Wai Māori Trust says government agencies need to engage directly with iwi on environmental matters rather than an assortment of Māori advisors.
Lisa Te Heuheu replaces Ken Mair as the head of the trust which is responsible under the Māori Fisheries Settlement for advocating for Māori interests in the protection of freshwater fisheries species and environment.
She says the challenge continues to ensure the Māori voice is heard when agencies would prefer to set up advisory committees which may not reflect the treaty relationship......
www.waateanews.com/waateanews/x_story_id/MjQwNTU=/Advisors-no-substitute-for-iwi
The new chair of Te Wai Māori Trust says government agencies need to engage directly with iwi on environmental matters rather than an assortment of Māori advisors.
Lisa Te Heuheu replaces Ken Mair as the head of the trust which is responsible under the Māori Fisheries Settlement for advocating for Māori interests in the protection of freshwater fisheries species and environment.
She says the challenge continues to ensure the Māori voice is heard when agencies would prefer to set up advisory committees which may not reflect the treaty relationship......
www.waateanews.com/waateanews/x_story_id/MjQwNTU=/Advisors-no-substitute-for-iwi