Inaugural scholarship launched, Taku Taunga
We are proud to launch our Taku Taunga Property & Business Scholarship. Aimed at growing the capability within the iwi in the property and business fields, Taku Taunga is an outcome of our joint venture partnership with property industry leaders Precinct Properties.
About the scholarship
The purpose of Taku Taunga scholarship is to encourage and support ākonga who are from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to pursue a property or business-related tertiary qualification.
The ingoa, Taku Taunga, was gifted by one of our reo experts, Ropata Paora. Taku Taunga means my anchorage and serves as a constant reminder for recipients as they ascend in Te Ao Pakihi that they can feel grounded and secure in the foundational knowledge and wisdom of their tupuna.
Key information
Value: $10,000 per year for up to three years
There is also an exciting opportunity for recipients to participate in summer internships at Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Whai Rawa and/or Precinct Properties.
Opening date: Monday 22 January 2024
Closing date: Friday 9 February 2024
Eligibility
To apply, you must:
- be a registered member of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
- be enrolled in a property or business-related tertiary qualification (undergraduate or postgraduate)
Application process
Every applicant must complete the online application form and submit by Friday 9 February 2024, 5pm.
Applicants will be required to:
- Upload a copy of your most recent academic records
- Upload confirmation of enrolment showing course details
- Upload a bank deposit slip or bank statement
- Write an essay (no more than 500 words) about how their career aspirations align with and contribute to the values, traditions, and sustainable development goals of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei?
Selection of recipient
Representatives from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Precinct Properties will consider the following factors:
- Academic achievement
- Study and career aspirations
- Involvement or intent to be involved in Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei programmes and initiatives
Scholarship requirements
Recipients of the Taku Taunga scholarship will be required to:
- Pass all papers enrolled in each year
- Inform of any changes in circumstances that would make them ineligible for continuation of the Scholarship, e.g. leave of absence or deferring study.
