Dr Rā and Dr Dixon collaborate on complex socio-environmental projects that seek resilient outcomes for Aotearoa. They navigate their mahi through the lens of interdependent systems and interconnected values.

Dr Rā and Dr Dixon collaborate on complex socio-environmental projects that seek resilient outcomes for Aotearoa. They navigate their mahi through the lens of interdependent systems and interconnected values.

Dr Rā and Dr Dixon collaborate on complex socio-environmental projects that seek resilient outcomes for Aotearoa. They navigate their mahi through the lens of interdependent systems and interconnected values. They partner with Dr Eruera Tarena to explore Māori futures in resilience, climate and infrastructure.

Shannon is the FHQTC-LRES Department Executive Director. Shannon is an advocate for First Nations rights and policy inclusion. Nakota and great-granddaughter maternal descendant of Chief Carry The Kettle & Chief Takes The Coat, Shannon's paternal Grandfather, was a Chief at Carry The Kettle Nakoda Nation. Youth Advisory Members from our 11 Member Nations Language Keepers from FHQTC Member Nations five linguistic groups. David Fortin is the Environmental Sciences Lead at the FHQTC-LRES department. Work inlcudes advocacy and protection of Inherent and Treaty rights, including through collaborations between FHQTC and academia. David is an adjunct professor with the Department of Biology, University of Regina and the Department of Geography and Planning, University of Saskatchewan.

Glen Skipper (Te Atiawa nui tonu, Taranaki Iwi) Glen is an accomplished visual artist and co-chair of Rautāpatu Foundation. With expertise in climate-centric projects, he integrates Mātauranga Māori to spearhead sustainable community initiatives. His work focuses on empowering indigenous food systems and fostering cultural resilience within Aotearoa, blending traditional knowledge with artistic expression. Bry Kopu (Te Atiawa and Ngāti Mutinga) Bry, co-chair of Rautāpatu Foundation, excels in public engagement and enhancing community resilience. Her leadership in integrating Mātauranga Māori drives sustainable development initiatives. Bry's dedication to cultural integrity and empowerment of indigenous systems ensures impactful collaboration and advocacy for sustainable practices rooted in cultural understanding.