Naumai Haere mai
INA Foundation is a Kaupapa Māori organisation that focuses on Indigenous approaches to HIV, Tuberculosis (TB). We do that with a vision and mission of placing Indigenous peoples at the heart of the HIV and TB response. To improve the quality of life for people living with and affected by these diseases and improving the quality of information given to our communities. The INA foundation welcomes the opportunity to create and informs other organisations around the world; to meaningfully include indigenous peoples in planning and developing policies that impact the lives of indigenous peoples living with and impacted by HIV.
Mahi/Projects
INA provides services that include short, mid and long-term projects. Peer support and development services. Advocacy and networking.
Pānui/News
Announcements and Action Items for INA. Including a blog from the Kaiwhakahaere and Kaimahi.
Governed by
INA has a Board of Trustees (Rūnanga) which provides INA with leadership and governance.
Whakawhānaungātanga
Relationships are key in any Indigenous worldview and environment, INA strives to develop reciprocity with all our networks and partnerships, Nationally, Regionally and Internationally.
Stigma and Discrimination
What is stigma and discrimination? What is INA's vision and mission on stigma and discrimination? INA has a permanent campaign on reducing stigma and discrimination for all whānau/families impacted and affected by HIV. This is from a strength based approach utilising our Tikanga/ethical practices.
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HIV?AIDS?TB
Basic information about HIV, AIDS and Tuberculcosis. Our work thus far addressing these from a cultural and Indigenous paradigm.
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No One Left Behind
Working with Whānau living with HIV, is our main Kaupapa/purpose. We include the Greating Involvement of People livng with HIV & AIDS (GIPA) Acknowledging Indigenous peoples at the centre of addressing the HIV epidemic in their communities.
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Health Promotion
INA provides comprehensive, up to date education and information on HIV for whānau, hapū and iwi. INA also provides workshops for organisations, Government organisations, schools and businesses.
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