He Pito Mata is a unique convergence of connecting, sharing and networking, amplifying the kōrero of early career researchers in Aotearoa.

Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā. Come wānanga with other early career researchers (including those studying a Masters or PhD and up to 10 years post PhD) in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington.

Hosted by the Early Career Researcher Forum Aotearoa that seeks to represent the national voice of New Zealand’s early career researcher community and celebrate their achievements and contributions, this wānanga provides a unique convergence of connecting, learning and networking.

You will meet with early career researchers from around Aotearoa and hear from brilliant minds who have vital contributions to share with you about how to navigate and maximise your research career.

This wānanga is a platform to amplify the kōrero of our early career researchers. A hui like this allows you to get out of your normal routine and meet people you might not have otherwise encountered.

A two-day gathering of whakapapa wānanga, linking and weaving together ngā kaikōrero ahurei keynotes, 'on the couch' discussions, Q&A panels, meet and greet sessions, hauora wellbeing, taking in our environment, communications and media direction, an encouraged selfies space, waiata with some great kai and wai.

We have an amazing commitment of attendance to the wānanga from:

Our kaiwhakataki MCs will be Professor Wendy Larner, Dr Rangi Matamua and Dr Sereana Naepi.

Click here for -> full programme.

This is a fully funded and sponsored hui - there is no charge to attend. Note that numbers are limited to 320, so get in quick!

Attendees will need to cover their own transport and accommodation; however, research organisations are being encouraged to support their early career researchers to attend, so request support from your organisation.

We anticipate being in COVID-19 Level 1 for this event. Note that there will be COVID-19 practices in place such as QR code scanning for the NZ COVID Tracer or paper registering as a manuhiri guest, hand sanitising, regular surface cleaning etc to protect yourself and others, and prevent future spread of COVID-19. Kia mataara! Be vigilant!

Kia whakahou lets reset! He rā ki tua better days are coming.

E kohia ana gathering it all together, ngā mihi maioha: