Our Story
Trusted Experts in Māori Language and Education for over 25 Years
Since 1999, Haemata has played a key role in supporting the revitalisation of te reo Māori and the advancement of kaupapa Māori education across Aotearoa.
Founded by Hineihaea Murphy and Mark Fell, our organisation is deeply rooted in Te Ao Māori and driven by the belief that language is a living expression of identity, connection, and possibility.
OUR VALUES
Our values shape the way we operate, the relationships we build, and the impact we create
Strong-growing
Our name, Haemata, means "strong-growing". This speaks to our purpose: to strengthen and grow the presence of te reo Māori in all spaces, and uplift the people and organisations working towards that goal.
Our Team
Hineihaea Murphy
Director
Mark Fell
Director
Te Aorangi Murphy-Fell
Pouārahi: Projects & Language
Jenny Solomon
Pouārahi: Capability
Miriama Te Ngaru
Senior Consultant
Nadine Malcolm
Senior Consultant
Tuihana Walker
Senior Communications Consultant
Shyree Reedy
Consultant
Anja Woltmann
Project Coordinator
Kelly Brooks
Administrator
Āwhina Gray
Associate
Te Ahunui Farnham
Associate
Dee Reid
Associate
Lee Watt
Associate
Join the Haemata team
We're always open to connecting with passionate, skilled individuals who share our commitment to reo Māori and kaupapa Māori education. Whether you're an experienced consultant, language expert, educator, or someone beginning their journey in this space, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're interested in working with us, we welcome enquiries about current or future opportunities.