Māori and Pasifika
There are organisations with a specific purpose of working with Māori and Pasifika founders, start-ups and investors. We’ve included some of those here.
Connect with us to add more Māori and Pasifika support options to this list.
Ahikōmako
Ahikōmako aims to ignite Māori innovation by providing support, connections and resources to help Māori succeed in the startup space
Pakihi
Pakihi offers a free, online short course in a kaupapa Māori learning environment that enables whānau to realise their potential in business. Powered by Ahikōmako and MBIE
Start-up Wānanga
Start-up Wānanga is a three-day virtual event where individuals, and teams are guided through the business start-up process. It’s intensive with late nights, long days and lots of support
Whakatipu Ōtautahi
A 6-month incubation programme designed to unleash the ambitions of māori entrepreneurs. Delivered by HTK Group for Christchurch and Canterbury based founders
Whakatū
A 12-week values-based startup programme designed to unleash the ambitions of māori and pasifika entrepreneurs. Delivered by HTK Group