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The Role of Maori Accountants in Maori Economic Development A View of the Future from the Future. Celia Wihongi. Kowhai Consulting Ltd. Where have we come from?. Sale of produce / labour Individualisation of title of Maori land Land wars Maori-owned land based businesses
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The Role of Maori Accountants in Maori Economic Development A View of the Future from the Future Celia Wihongi Kowhai Consulting Ltd
Where have we come from? • Sale of produce / labour • Individualisation of title of Maori land • Land wars • Maori-owned land based businesses • Treaty settlements
Where are we now? • Involvement • Young • Formal qualifications • More women • Type of organisation • Diversification of options • Professional development
Where are we now? Overall Excellence in Business Kokakotaea Forestry Corporation Maori Business Awards 2005
Where are we now? Photo: Waitomo Farm, Marae Pact Trust
Where are we now? Photo: Waitomo Farm, Marae Pact Trust
Where are we now? Source: Community Employment Group Website,Employment Matters
Where are we now? • National Maori organisations • Emerging rangatahi • Shift to the regions • Fluent speakers of Te Reo
Where are we heading? • Strong national Maori organisations • Strong leaders • Strong “grass roots” • Strong Te Reo and tikanga
My Challenge toMaori Accountants Get involved in “grass roots”