Government Refreshes Maihi Karauna Strategy to Revitalize Te Reo Māori by 2040
The Government has refreshed the Maihi Karauna strategy to revitalize te reo Māori by 2040, aiming to increase the number of speakers and elevate the language’s national value. This updated plan builds on progress since 2019, emphasizing a coordinated government approach while recognizing that lasting revitalization depends on whānau, communities, and everyday New Zealanders actively using the language. Minister Tama Potaka highlights the shared responsibility for revitalization and the focus on tangible results to make te reo Māori more visible, valued, and spoken across society.