The Amorangi Summit 2026 has received national recognition for its contribution to governance leadership, with the Institute of Directors New Zealand (IoD) awarding attendees five hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for participating in the kaupapa Māori governance event.
The endorsement marks a significant milestone for Tapuwae Roa, recognising tikanga-led governance as an increasingly important area of professional practice across Aotearoa.
The biennial summit will return to Shed 6 in Wellington on 29 July, with organisers reporting that fewer than 10 percent of in-person registrations remain available less than two weeks before the event.
Tapuwae Roa Kaihautū Te Pūoho Kātene says the recognition reflects growing demand for governance development that combines Māori values with contemporary leadership challenges.
He says organisations across iwi, Māori enterprises, businesses, community organisations and the wider public sector are increasingly seeking governance models that are grounded in tikanga while responding to the economic, social and environmental issues facing Aotearoa.
Since launching in 2022, Amorangi has developed into one of New Zealand’s leading kaupapa Māori governance forums. Its inaugural event attracted more than 900 virtual participants, while the 2024 summit expanded into a hybrid format, bringing together more than 800 attendees both in person and online.
The Institute of Directors says the partnership acknowledges the summit’s growing role in strengthening governance capability and leadership development throughout New Zealand.
The recognition means directors and governance professionals attending Amorangi can count their participation towards maintaining their professional development requirements through the IoD.
Tapuwae Roa says accessibility remains a key priority for the summit, with online participation continuing to ensure governance learning is available to people regardless of where they live.
Organisers recognise that many aspiring and experienced governors balance governance responsibilities alongside whānau commitments, employment and community leadership, making flexible participation increasingly important.
The 2026 programme is expected to explore a range of governance themes, including tikanga-based leadership, strategic decision-making, economic development and strengthening governance capability across Māori organisations and the wider public and private sectors.
As demand for culturally grounded governance continues to grow, Amorangi is positioning itself as a national forum where Indigenous knowledge, leadership and governance practice come together to help shape the future of Aotearoa.
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