He Waka eke noa, We are all in this together.
What will our Marae Resilience Strategy achieve?
During a severe weather event, it is likely that communities need to be self-sufficient for some time while an emergency response can be put in place.
To support this scenario, Waikato District Council is creating a framework for ongoing marae resilience, building capability, readiness and resources so marae can be better prepared face future severe weather events. We are taking an approach that is whaanau-centred, community-led and government-enabled kaupapa.
The goal is to take an intergenerational approach by building relationships and capacity between us all, to support the cultural significance, social cohesion, sustainable development and capacity of Marae, whaanau and wider communities.
What are the objectives of the strategy?
- The emergency management system works well with marae.
- Marae know how to engage with the emergency management system.
- Maaori partnership is embedded in emergency management.
- Funding is targeted to the right priorities for marae and communities.
- Emergency management capability is strengthened with marae and communities.
- Emergency response and recovery continue to improve with marae and communities.
- Marae and communities are better supported during emergencies.
Want to know more?
Fill in the form below and the Community Resilience Strategic Advisor, Gannin Ormsby, will get back in touch with you directly.
Resources
This Marae preparedness plan has been created by Te Puni Kokiri as a helpful guide to support Marae and whaanau to be ready in case of a disaster or emergency.