Desna Whaanga-Schollum

This work explores the philosophical and community values of mātauranga Māori, and considers how the science communication in this area might be improved within the context of resource management development processes.

As part of her research, Whaanga-Schollum conducted a case study of Taipōrutu, her whānau farm on the East Coast of New Zealand.

Ngā Aho aims to champion Māori design practitioners, and engages in advocacy and education work.

This kawenata is a values-based agreement, and is based around five articles in the spirit of partnership under the mana of the Treaty of Waitangi.

[7] She has a background in a wide range of mediums, and all her work is based in kaupapa Māori frameworks.