<h2>Trent Dallas</h2>

<p>Ko Tainui te waka<br />
Ko Tararua te maunga<br />
Ko &#332;hau te awa<br />
Ko Tukorehe te hap&#363;<br />
Ko Ng&#257;ti Tukorehe te iwi<br />
Ko Trent Dallas t&#333;ku ingoa</p>

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<p>Kia ora koutou</p>

<p>I am currently undertaking part-time study towards the Master of Philosophy degree in health at the Auckland University of Technology. My interest is in researching wellbeing and te reo M&#257;ori.</p>

<p>I am extremely thankful for the support offered through the Whakauae Research scholarship programme. That support will allow me to progress, and eventually complete, my master&rsquo;s journey. However, the biggest benefit of the scholarship award for me is the opportunity it provides to build relationships and be exposed to the knowledge and skills of the Whakauae Research wh&#257;nau.</p>

<p>I have been fortunate to work in the university sector for several years in roles that have contributed to M&#257;ori advancement through education. It has been a privilege to support many M&#257;ori students with their academic and cultural journeys. A common thread to emerge while working in these spaces has been the dynamic and complex relationship M&#257;ori have with our language. Recognising this thread has played a big part in spurring me on to pursue a postgraduate pathway to better understand the role te reo M&#257;ori plays in our hauora.</p>

<p>Currently, I am based at the University of Auckland supporting M&#257;ori-led kaupapa and strategies within the University Libraries and Learning Services networks. This work inspires me to keep exploring further learning and knowledge.</p>

<p>I look forward to the opportunities and insights I will gain from being part of the Whakauae wh&#257;nau.</p>
