This project came about as we were looking to establish an initiative focussed on 'Homes' for families in Papakura. This resulted in a unique peer-to-peer model aimed at empowering locals to improve housing conditions in Papakura in a practical way, while delivering positive social outcomes.
TSI input led to a co-design process that built the capability of whaanau. It then helped them develop a low-cost home intervention kit to create warmer, drier and healthier homes.
By using a strength-based approach, the whaanau involved experienced greater social connectedness, built a network of authentic and trusting relationships, learnt how to implement their innovative ideas and grew their self-confidence and basic DIY skills.
Due to the high level of training the Kootuitui Whaanau have received, they expanded their knowledge of their tenancy rights, learnt budgeting skills and through whakawhanaungatanga (the building of authentic and trusting relationships), the families transferred what they learnt to whaanau across the community through a 'Fill my kete, fill your kete' approach.
The initiative delivered specific results – meaning many whaanau now have warmer and drier homes. This model will continue to be developed and opportunities sought to scale it further.
Kootuitui ki Papakura would like to thank TSI for its support to produce this document which chronicles the story of our Homes strand.
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