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Catherine Leonard

Catherine Leonard (nee Savage) is the Research Director at Ihi Research, with a background in psychology, academia, and community evaluation. Catherine holds a doctorate from Massey University and specialises in…continue reading

Mere Baker

Mere Baker is a highly regarded New Zealand personality, known for her diverse career as a former rugby player, international coach, sports broadcaster, podcaster, and agricultural research advocate. A standout…continue reading

Josh Manukonga

He uri tēnei o Taranaki Tūturu, Ngā ruahine, Airani hoki Kia ora everyone, my name is Josh, I am currently completing a Master of Health Science evaluating the effectiveness of…continue reading

Moana Tane

Experienced executive working within complex health research in tertiary institutions, primary health care and social services organisations. Creative leader, with commitment to innovative, strengths-based research and programs that reflect current…continue reading

Melissa Carey

I am a registered nurse with over 28 years nursing experience. In 2017 I completed a PhD in Public Health and Social Work focusing on Māori cultural identity and the…continue reading

Paora Moyle

Paora Moyle currently manages several significant research projects as a senior researcher and is a Principal Advisor to the Abuse in Care Royal Commission. Paora has a 30-year career in…continue reading

Janet Taiatini

Kia Ora koutou. I am a registered Nurse and Midwife currently working part time in Te Ara o Hine Tapu Ora. This is Pastoral care of Maaori and Pasifika midwifery…continue reading

Brendon McIntosh

I am a clinical pharmacist with experience in a wide array of research projects. I recently submitted my Masters thesis titled “As long as we are aware of the words…continue reading

Joanna Hikaka

Dr Joanna Hikaka (Ngāruahine) is a pharmacist and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Her clinical and research work focuses on older adult and Māori health,…continue reading

Jessica Kereama

Gladys Henderson

Ko Matawhaura toku maunga Ko Rotoiti toku roto Ko Te Arawa toku iwi Ko Ngati Pikiao, Ko Ngati Whakaue toku hapu Kei Tahuna ahau e noho ana I am a…continue reading

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