Careers focus in Māori Language Week
Check out this link to see the breadth of opportunities that are available to speakers of Te Reo.
https://www.careers.govt.nz/articles/careers-that-use-te-reo-maori/
The Health Sector is an area that has many shortages, and remembering that many Māori prefer to be cared for by Māori health professionals, careers in the health sector are excellent choices for young Māori women such as our Queen’s girls. There are many clinical and non-clinical roles available in this sector. This site provides useful information for those seeking to work in these fields - https://www.kiaorahauora.co.nz/careers
How about studying Māori studies at the University of Otago - https://www.otago.ac.nz/te-tumu/study/maori-studies/undergraduate/index.html
What can you do with a career in Te Reo Māori ? https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/media/documents/careers-internships-and-employment/brochures/Careers_Kit_TereoMaori.pdf
Ever thought of teaching in Te Reo - see what might be involved by visiting this site:
Check out this site for help to find scholarships that will support you as you pursue your goals - https://www.careers.govt.nz/courses/scholarships/scholarships-for-maori-learners/
And remember - knowing who you are, who came before you, where you came from and what is important to you is a really important place to start from to create a pathway plan.
Rapua te ara tika mōu ake - seek the path that is right for you.