Kiwa Hammond

MA (Hons), DipM, ACB-CL, TTMRM, Te Panekiretanga o Te Reo

Ngati Kahungunu ki Te Wairoa, Rongowhakaata, Ngati Ruapani, Nunuku-Rongomaiwhenua, Irish, English, Scottish

Kiwa is an experienced teacher and trainer. He has led projects in research and evaluation as well as worked on monitoring and review initiatives across a range of contexts. Kiwa is a sought-after facilitator for planning and community forums and a highly-regarded cultural advisor. His areas of expertise are in:

• Strategy development;

• Facilitation and training;

• Translating and interpreting;

• Research and evaluation; and

• Quality assurance.

Other interesting facts:

• Author, Bi-lingual Communicator, Event MC, Composer, Martial Artist & Traditional Maori Performing Arts Exponent

• Finalist NZ National Toastmasters Championships 2007 (International Prepared)

• Happily married to Hinerangi with one daughter and three boys