Mariana Whareaitu

Current: BA (Anthropology & Maori)

Ngaruahine, Taranaki, Ngati Ruanui, Tangahoe, Te Pakakohi, Ngapuhi, Ngai Tahu

Mariana is currently enrolled in undergraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington. She came to AATEA in 2005 as an intern and from time to time, continues to provide AATEA with valuable project support and assistance on a casual basis. Her skills are put to good use in:

• Resource and material development;

• Technology and website management;

• Research support; and

• Translation assistance.

Some interesting facts:

• Oeo Pa (Marae) Trustees, Taranaki (2005-2008)

• Member of the Ship for World Youth Alumni Association, New Zealand (SWYNZ)(SWY20, 2008)

• Delegation Member To Nepal (Te Ora Hou Aotearoa - Youth Action Nepal) 2007

• Youth Voice Delegate - Digital Earth Symposium on Sustainability 2006

• Graduate of Kaupapa Maori Education (Kohanga Reo - Wharekura)

• Writer, Prolific Reader & Avid Movie Goer!