TRM Training

What Sets Them Apart

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TRM Training operates from the epicentre of a living marae, providing learning grounded in whakapapa, mātauranga Māori, and iwi aspirations. Their micro-credentials are designed in partnership with tohunga and iwi, allowing knowledge to be retained and passed down authentically on iwi terms.

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Tauārai – Barriers

• Reliance on tertiary institutions for NZQA accreditation
  
• Balancing cultural integrity with formal recognition
  
• Diverse iwi needs requiring bespoke programmes
  
• Safeguarding sacred knowledge while making it teachable
  
• High time and cost investment needed for development
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Recommendations

• Enable iwi and marae to accredit their own micro-credentials
  
• Create free or low-cost platforms for community-led credentialing
  
• Develop hybrid models that balance cultural and formal recognition
  
• Tailor education to reflect unique iwi knowledge and values
  
• Invest in local tohunga, matanga, and rangatahi mentorship
  
• Build collaborative, cross-sector partnerships for sustainability
  
• Use micro-credentials to foster both skills and cultural leadership
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Why It Matters

TRM Training’s model ensures Māori communities retain control of their education while equipping rangatahi with cultural identity, leadership skills, and practical knowledge to uplift whānau, hapū, and iwi.

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