Glossary

The following is a list of terms in English and Māori that are used in the module. 

Direct translation of the Māori term is rooted in a Māori worldview, and there is no one English term which fully encapsulates its meaning. 

1. Autonomy – being independent and not relying on others. 
2. Equity – in healthcare means that no one should be discriminated against or disadvantaged in terms of their health outcomes, access to care, or treatment options due to factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, or location. 
3. Freedom of choice – the freedom to make any choice from a wide range of available options. 
4. Hauora – Be fit, well, healthy, vigorous, in good spirits. (aligned with Whanau Ora) 
5. Holistic approach – means to provide support that looks at the whole person. 
6. Kaitiakitanga – the connection between people and the natural world 
7. Kaumātuatanga – the role that kaumātua and kuia play in keeping families and the community together. 
8. Kaupapa – A way of doing things from a Māori perspective – the way Māori think, act, and make decisions and plan 
9. Kawa – a difference in tikanga that has formed as the result of certain conditions 
10. Mahi – work, to do 
11. Mana Motuhake – Self-determination 
12. Māori – refers to the collaboration between different organizations, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to achieve common goals and objectives. 
13. Self-determination – the ability to determine your own future. 
14. Self-sufficiency – the ability to do things for yourself and care for yourself. 
15. Te Ao Māori – Māori world view 
16. Tikanga – custom, protocol, way, or manner 
17. Tino Rangatiratanga - highest chieftainship, leadership, self-determination, sovereignty, independence, autonomy