Governance unstuck: Weaving courage and clarity for lasting impact

Across Aotearoa, boards are technically competent and committed—yet quietly uneasy. Meetings run smoothly. Papers get read. Decisions get minuted. But something doesn't quite land.

Governance feels procedural rather than purposeful. Busy, but not always effective. Compliant, but not always confident. Cultural commitments acknowledged but not consistently embedded.

This webinar reframes governance as a living practice, not a static structure. Drawing on kaupapa Māori leadership, relational accountability and lived experience, we introduce two complementary frameworks—the harakeke growth journey and the Whāriki of board effectiveness—that give boards the language and structure to reflect honestly, diagnose where they are, and chart a path forward with integrity.

What you'll get:

• Plain-language reframing of what makes governance effective

• Spot early signals of misalignment before they become entrenched

• Learn how kaupapa Māori principles strengthen decision-making for all boards

• Practice with the whāriki and harakeke frameworks to reflect on your board

• Re-centre governance around legacy, trust and intergenerational responsibility

Who should join:

All chairs and board members, CEOs and senior leaders across public sector, iwi and NGOs in Aotearoa, who want constructive, values-led ways forward.