Pania Himiona

"Organised, strong and confident"

"awesome"

"Pania is our Kauwhata Maori Womens Welfare League secretary and exemplifies everything a secretary should be. Pania is organised, dependable, and dedicated, ensuring our peka runs smoothly. Her attention to detail, clear communication, and commitment to supporting our members makes her a valuable part of our kaupapa. Pania carries out her responsibilities with integrity and professionalism and we are grateful for her unwavering service. It is an absolute pleasure to work alongside her. Beyond Pania's administrative role, she is a valued mentor to our rangatahi, leading by example, offering guidance, support, and encouraging our young people to embrace their potential."

"Pania is a kind, values‑led professional whose approach consistently centres people, integrity, and genuine care. Pania brings a calm strength to her work, building trust and creating environments where others feel supported, heard, and respected. Her commitment to doing what is right, not just what is easy. Any team or kaupapa would benefit from her steady leadership, her compassion, and her unwavering dedication to serving whānau and community with excellence."

"Years of experience and delivery across all sectors of Education and Maatauranga Maaori.
Including Kohanga/Early Childhood, Kura Kaupapa, Kura aa Iwi as well as Iwi and Marae based learning and training.

An extra responsibility living and working within her own mana whenua rohe, and the numerous roles and interactions that come with that;
Are managing relationships with the community, with neighbouring iwi and marae, as well as connections abroad, established over years of dedication and participation in Leads Trainings nationally in Aotearoa, Australia,Pacifica and Canada.

She is a valued member of whanau, hapu and iwi."

"Great manaaki to all peoples, whānau, kaumatua & tamariki. Motivated & inspirational for the Iwi. He wahine pukumahi ia."