HAere Mai
TAKATĀPUI.NZ IS A RESOURCE HUB FOR
TAKATĀPUI AND THEIR WHĀNAU
HAere Mai
TAKATĀPUI.NZ IS A RESOURCE HUB FOR
TAKATĀPUI AND THEIR WHĀNAU
What does 'takatāpui' mean?
Takatāpui is a traditional Māori term meaning ‘intimate companion of the same sex.’
It has been reclaimed to embrace all Māori who identify with diverse genders, sexualities and sex characteristics
Resources
Resources
Takatāpui: Part of the Whānau
Learn the history of the term 'takatāpui' as well as the key elements that make up takatāpui identity. This resource is for takatapui, their whānau and communities, and shares stories and information about identity, wellbeing and suicide prevention.
Written by: Elizabeth Kerekere, with Tīwhanawhana Trust and the Mental Health Foundation
GROWING UP TAKATĀPUI: WHĀNAU JOURNEYS
Interviews with seven takatāpui rangatahi and their whānau inform this resource about the journey to and the importance of whānau support in a takatāpui young person's life.
Written by Elizabeth Kerekere, with RainbowYOUTH & Tīwhanawhana Trust
About Us
About Us
RainbowYOUTH (est. 1989) is a charitable organisation based in Auckland dedicated to helping young queer, gender diverse, takatāpui and intersex (LGBTQIA+) people up to the age of 27, as well as their wider communities.
Our services included support, referral, peer-groups, social activities, resources, education and professional development.
Tīwhanawhana Trust is a takatāpui community group based in Wellington that welcomes people of diverse
sexualities and gender identity.
The kaupapa or purpose of the group is primarily for takatāpui; building its community, telling its stories and leaving a legacy.