This project was about increasing the capacity of the TSI unit to deliver projects responsive to Pacific communities. Dickie was contracted to co-create a workshop design structure with a unit manager and staff member. The project involved the following over two staff development days, Half day sail on a double hulled ocean voyaging waka in the …
Tāmaki Early Years Hub Study Tour
Creation of a study tour around Auckland and then Palmerston North to document best practice in early years and whānau hubs.
Pacific @ Playcentre
Working alongside one of the Playcentre Federation Professional Development Workers to create a codesign process of engagement with local Pacific Island Playcentre fanau and ensuring they are well supported and engaged in Playcentre Early Childhood Education Facilities.
Tāmaki WRAP
Engaging with the Tāmaki community to identify their level of understanding around waste reduction. This was then developed into a project to help build on their knowledge and skills and create a community owned and led project.
Tāmaki Inclusive Engagement Strategy
Working alongside a team of community leaders to create a way of working that will enable all kinds of community (place, interest and future) to come together and work as one.

