This programme gives emerging writers who whakapapa Māori the opportunity to work closely with an acclaimed Māori writer as their mentor to hone their tuhituhi ability and, in the process, evolve and refine a work toward a publishable state. We welcome kaituhi who write in te reo Māori and/or te reo Pākehā, in the genre of fiction, including short fiction on any topic(s).
This programme provides opportunities to discuss ideas and issues – practical and editorial – and benefit from the experience, mōhio and mana of experienced kaituhi Māori. It aims to support the amplification of Māori voices, Māori stories, and ultimately see greater publication and performance of these works. There are four (4) mentorships for kaituhi Māori available annually.