Literacy Aotearoa Hui
Nga Hui Heke are part of a five hui process which also includes Te Hui a Tau and National Planning Hui.
The first three hui of each year are regional hui:
| Te Heke / Region | 2008 Hosts | |
| Tuatahi (1) | ranges from Cape Reinga to, and including, Uruti on the West Coast, moving east to, and including, Taumaranui, Taupo, Murupara to Te Kaha. | Te Roroa Learning Assistance, Dargaville; 11-12 Paenga whawha (April) |
| Tuarua (2) | begins from the Southern boundary of Te Heke Tuatahi to Wellington. | Taranaki Adult Literacy Services; 04-05 Haratua (May) |
| Tuatoru (3) | is the South Island. | Ashburton Learning Centre; 17-18 Paenga whawha (April) |
The purpose of Nga Hui Heke is to provide a forum that will:
- determine specific issues and trends of literacy needs and services of the regions;
- elect the two regional representatives for Te Koruru (every 3 years);
- draft remits for submission to Te Hui a Tau (AGM);
- carry out training sessions and networking at a regional level.
Te Hui a Tau (AGM) and the National Planning Hui
10-11-12 Hongongoi (July) 2008
Theme: #26, Literacy for All! Tatou, Tatou E!
Aligned to the theme are four strands and these are:
- #26 equals the number of years our organisation has been operating
- #26 is affirmation of Article 26, Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Literacy for All! Tatou, Tatou E! denotes the: - Sharing of expertise for the benefit of the sector and
- Celebrating partnerships.
Te Hui a Tau (AGM) and the National Planning Hui are attended by members of Nga Poupou including students, tutors, coordinators, managers, governing committee members and invited guests.
The hui will be held over two days in Hongongoi (July) each year. Day One begins with Te Hui a Tau for Nga Poupou personnel and with a Student Writing Event for all students attending. The goal of this event is to produce a Student Writing Booklet.
Day Two will see hui whanau gather to hear guest speakers and attend workshops. Students will continue with the development of thier booklet and once completed there will be a presentation of the Student Writing Booklet. Students then have an opportunity to read their contribution from the booklet to the hui whanau or speak about their participation at the hui. A National Planning Hui Report is distributed to Nga Poupou.
