Serving the Cook Islands community across Aotearoa. Today, we proudly deliver community Cook Islands workshops and the Te Maeva Nui NZ Festival. Tomorrow, we aspire to expand our impact through health, housing, navigation and social support services that respond to the evolving needs of Cook Islands communities across Aotearoa.
Te Maeva Nui ō Aotearoa New Zealand Charitable Trust is a charitable organisation dedicated to preserving Cook Islands culture while creating opportunities that improve the wellbeing of our people through community development, education, leadership and strategic partnerships.
While many know us as the organisers of the Te Maeva Nui NZ Festival, our vision extends far beyond one annual event. We are building an organisation that responds to the changing needs of our community through sustainable programmes, advocacy and future service development.
Educational, cultural and leadership workshops that build knowledge, strengthen identity and support community development.
Our flagship annual celebration of Cook Islands culture, bringing together performers, families, businesses and communities from across Aotearoa.
Working alongside community organisations, businesses and government agencies to deliver initiatives that benefit Cook Islands people.
Exploring opportunities to establish a responsive dialysis centre that improves access to care and supports families affected by kidney disease.
Providing practical support to individuals and families navigating life in New Zealand, including referrals, information and connections to community services.
Working towards affordable and sustainable housing solutions that help improve housing outcomes for Cook Islands families.
Developing programmes that promote healthy lifestyles, preventative health education and community wellbeing.
Expanding opportunities for young people through mentoring, leadership pathways and educational initiatives.
Supporting Cook Islands entrepreneurs through workshops, networking and future business development programmes.
These initiatives represent our strategic vision and will be implemented progressively as partnerships, funding and community needs evolve.
The pinnacle of Cook Islands cultural performance — two days of singing, drumming and dance bringing together performers, families, businesses and communities from across Aotearoa.
Two-day festival
Trust Arena
Funders, agencies, businesses and community groups — talk to us about workshops, sponsorship or supporting our future services.
