Why PSUSI?
“Whānau, hapū and iwi is everything,” says Sharyn. “When I stand, I do not stand alone. I stand supported, knowing who I am, who I represent, and my why is very clear.”
Her motivation to join the PSUSI Board eight years ago, as the first Māori Board member, was driven by the realisation that whānau, hapū and iwi transformation is done collectively, by Kaupapa Māori, Iwi and Tauiwi organisations together. She adds, “PSUSI needed me, and I needed PSUSI so that whānau transformation and aspiration would be realised.”
There were many factors which motivated Joseph to join the Board. He says, “I am so impressed of the whakapapa of the organisation and the current leadership throughout the organisation from the Board Chair, the CEO, Kaiārahi, tangata whenua, Pasifika, board members, and the amazing staff that serve our community. I really believe in the purpose of the organisation through its mission statement and organisational values, and I am grateful and humbled for the opportunity.”