You're warmly invited to attend one of TWO free, 5-week programmes to learn about Te Iho Tātai-a-Rongo / Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in the Far North – Rawene. Come along to connect, learn, and share your experiences in a safe, non-judgmental space.

There'll be some opportunities for specific one-to-one sessions.

These wānanga aim to create supportive, FASD-informed communities by providing education, raise awareness, and promote understanding of FASD. They will include a mātauranga Māori perspective on brain development using te Whare O Oro and its relevant tools and strategies.

The courses are a collaboration between Hauora Hokianga and FASD-CAN, and will be facilitated by Fran Hauraki of Hauora Hokianga and RuruHana Brownie, Te Tai Tokerau Navigator from FASD-CAN. 

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Course 1 – FASD Awareness and Prevention
From Thursday 19 February - Thursday 19 March (every Thursday – please register by Monday February 16)

Course 2 – Te Iho Tātai-a-Rongo: a Mātauranga Māori lens
From Thursday 2 April - Thursday 30 April (every Thursday – please register by Monday 30 March)

Timing: All sessions are 10am - 1.30pm, with free lunch provided.

Venue: Crossover Church, 13 Parnell Street, Rawene

Travel assistance may be subsidised – talk to us! Contact details below.

Wānanga topics include

• How does alcohol affect our unborn pēpi?
• What are the signs and symptoms of FASD?
• Learning practical strategies using a brain-based approach
• Exploring ways to support whānau wellbeing
• Connecting and sharing with other whānau
• Finding out about pathways to services and support.

Who is it for?

• Parents, caregivers, and whānau supporting mokopuna who have, or may have, FASD (no diagnosis required).

• Anyone wanting to be part of a safe, non-judgemental space for collective learning grounded in shared experiences, courageous conversations, cultural insight, and future-focused aspirations – nau mai, haere mai.

How to register

To register, and if you have any questions, please contact:

Fran Hauraki – [email protected] or text her on 027 200 1813

Ruruhana Brownie – [email protected] or text her on 027 200 1813