Community Building

Long-term relationships that drive real change
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Community work lasts when it's built on genuine relationships, clear strategy and real accountability. We work alongside whānau, hapū, iwi and communities to design and deliver the networks, facilitation, coordination and measurement that sustain change. We bring strategic depth and operational rigour to community mahi so communities can focus on their kaupapa.

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What We Do

Community work that lasts is built on relationships. We work alongside whānau, hapū, iwi and communities to strengthen connections that drive real change, not one-off initiatives.
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Over a decade and 140+ projects, we've learned what works: relationships backed by strategy, clear accountability, and a genuine commitment to communities leading their own mahi.

Our Approach

Networking and Relationship Building
‍Facilitating meaningful connections across sectors, communities, and kaupapa
Outreach and Facilitation Services
Creating safe, inclusive spaces for dialogue, consultation, and collaborative action
Community Project Coordination and Delivery
Turning ideas into action through co-designed, locally led projects
Impact Analysis and Reporting
Capturing the change, telling the story, and measuring what matters
Hauora Support
Holistic wellbeing approaches interwoven into community engagement practices

What Our Partners Say

"MEA has worked with us as specialist project managers. Kaye-Maree Dunn and MEA are extremely well connected across the motu, extremely important when delivering on a national scale. Kaye-Maree's strength is in building long-term relationships and weaving people and entities together, offering a unique perspective to the role."

Teresa Tepania-Ashton

Former Chief Executive Officer, Māori Women’s Development Inc.

Let's Build Together

Whether you’re starting a kaupapa or strengthening an existing network, we’re here to connect, coordinate, and create meaningful impact with you.

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