Title: Pikipiki Hama Kae Vaevae Manava: An Oceanic Framework for Success
Stream: Teaching Experiences
Presentation Type: Oral Presentation
Authors:
Ema Wolfgramm-Foliaki, University of Auckland, New Zealand
Abstract:
Pikipiki hama means to stick, bind or link strongly to the outrigger of a vaka moana (ocean going canoe). Vaevae means to give, share or to gift and manava is a core word in Pasifika contexts which refers to the heart, centre, womb or breath (Tui Atua Tamasese Taisi Efi, 2003). This saying is used to describe the ancient practice of lashing together vaka moana as they traversed the Pacific Ocean to share resources (food, water), swap resources including crew members and share knowledge before untying and continuing on their journey. Pikipiki hama is conceptualised as a framework underpinned by cultural values and traditional ways of being that embodies interdependence while maintaining independence and autonomy. Further it demonstrates how we can effectively navigate this space known as "academe" where sharing of resources and knowledge is key to our success. As a framework it promotes our coming together as teachers, learners, family members together with the wider community to share and learn from one another. In this presentation Pikipiki hama is used to demonstrate how we as Oceanic and Indigenous Peoples can employ our ways of being and traditional knowledge to disrupt and interrogate western forms of teaching and learning practices. Frameworks and pedagogies that are underpinned by indigenous values and ways of being resonate with our students as they support and advance student success.
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