Tangata Whenua Community and Voluntary Research Centre Inc (Community Research) is a national, te Tiriti-led NGO and registered charity.
Our vision is a more equitable, engaged and inclusive Aotearoa informed by community knowledge. Whanaungatanga and strong relationships are central to our work whether it be collaborating with others or providing spaces and opportunities to connect.
OUR POU
Ngā Kitenga me Ngā Putanga – Increased visibility and equitable access to community research in Aotearoa.
Ngā Hononga – Promoting and strengthening connections and good practice between researchers and the sector, nationally and internationally.
Ngā Mahi Rangahau Rautaki - Advocating for the voices of our community - meaningful research which promotes positive change.
Kia Tū Tonu te Whare – The ongoing sustainable operation of our Te Tiriti led organisation.
Community Research is a trusted online hub:
• We connect research and knowledge makers to communities.
• We share webinars, research and resources by, for and about the community sector.
• We support community researchers and knowledge makers.
• We advocate for good practice community research and evaluation methods.
• We champion community-led research and knowledge making.
Community-led research plays a vital role in decolonising knowledge hierarchies, relationships, power and privilege.
Our forums maintain inclusive spaces in which researchers, community members and the broader sector can connect and collaborate, explore new ideas and approaches, share resources and good practice.
Our platform amplifies diverse voices and the aspirations of tangata whenua and diverse communities in Aotearoa. Our role is to amplify community research and share it with others to bring about positive change.