Rangatahi Māori economic well-being and kāinga

This review discusses rangatahi Māori (Māori youth) economic well-being and kāinga (housing/home) in Aotearoa New Zealand. We highlight the importance of understanding rangatahi Māori economic well-being from a holistic Te Ao Māori (Māori World) perspective, which goes beyond financial and material wealth. This review examines the literature surrounding economic well-being and kāinga and points out the need to improve financial literacy for rangatahi Māori, while also addressing systemic barriers within the broader financial system. We also explore the deep cultural significance of kāinga as more than physical dwellings: kāinga also represent connections to whenua (land), community and Māori ways of living. We centre kāinga within the context of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tino rangatiratanga (self-determination). We make the case to prioritise enabling rangatahi Māori as leaders to build resilient, regenerative kāinga to support their diverse aspirations. This article lays the groundwork for further research empowering positive rangatahi Māori kāinga and economic well-being outcomes.

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