TKaupapa.com
About Us
Our Story
Tuihana Ohia (Ngāiterangi, Ngāti Pūkenga, Te Arawa, Ngāi Pākehā)
Tuihana Ohia is a thought leader and navigator of wellbeing with extensive, award-winning experience. As the Founder and Chief Ideator of T Kaupapa, she passionately weaves Kaupapa Māori values across diverse sectors to nurture wellness through a collaborative, collective approach.
Tuihana also serves as an Associate for the Centre of Social Impact, a Board member of Ember Innovations, and collaborates on various award-winning projects.
Her current work includes mahi with Mana Mokopuna, Children’s Commission, Te Awhi Charitable Trust, He Tukutuku Koiora Māori Governance Programme, Muma, Abroad Programme, Women’s Refuge, Diversity Works, and
Haumanu.
Services
What We Offer
Serving Up T
Kakahu (Adornment) / Personal Styling Services through a cultural and sustainable lens.
We run Serving Up T workshops, where we style you with up cycled sustainable Kakahu.
Our personal styling services are tailored to help you express your unique style and boost your confidence through up cycled fashion. Whether it's a wardrobe refresh or a special event look, our experts are here to elevate your adornment journey.
Testimonials
I am extremely pleased with the exceptional mahi provided by T Kaupapa. The delivery was prompt and the quality of the service delivery was top-notch. I particularly appreciate the trusted and transparent working relationship that was established, which made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend T Kaupapa for their outstanding service and values derived from Te Ao Māori and look forward to continuing our business relationship in the future. Keep up the great work!
Te Rina M
The personal styling service helped me discover my unique style and boosted my confidence for important events.
Haleigh M
Tuihana brings a refreshing and innovative approach to wellbeing and Mental Health, incorporating
a Te Ao Māori perspective into her mahi, including the use of Taiao and Maramataka. She is a true
navigator and thought leader in this space, and we highly recommend her for any future mahi. Her
priority is clearly to create environments where whānau and kaimahi can thrive.
Dorothy M