About Karanga Maha

Karanga Maha (meaning ‘Many Voices’) are a series of grassroots hui driven by local steering groups with support from CCS Disability Action. We partner with whānau across Aotearoa to offer you an opportunity to share aspirations, stories, life experiences and information underpinned by kaupapa Māori.

These hui are a safe space for whānau hauā (disabled Māori) to be heard. They are also an opportunity to share your thoughts and opinions on the services we provide. All whānau and support people are welcome.

Our Karanga Maha event featured guest speakers, workshops, music, opportunities to learn about Māori practices, traditional kai and more. You can read about the latest hui on our news and events page.

Where do Karanga Maha groups run?

We currently have Karanga Maha roopu in Te Tai Tokerau, Auckland, Waikato, Taranaki and Wellington. CCS Disability Action has branches all across Aotearoa and we are working to build more connections, in new communities. If you are outside these areas we would still love to hear from you.

How do I access a Karanga Maha hui or roopu?

All people and their supporters are welcome. You do not need to be supported by CCS Disability Action to attend or receive disability support or funding from other agencies.

If you would like to connect with a Karanga Maha roopu near you please contact Recenia Kākā, our National Māori Development Coordinator: Recenia.Kaka@ccsDisabilityAction.org.nz

You can also learn more about the ways we provide support, information and advocacy for whānau hauā, tamariki and taitamariki on our Working with whānau page.