Part 1.2 - High-Level Objectives of the Vote
The principal objective of Vote Maori Affairs is to promote increases in Maori achievement across key social, cultural and economic areas, particularly those identified as Government priorities.
The high-level outcomes underpinning the principal objective above are:
- Te Tiriti o Waitangi - Maori position as the Treaty partner is secured and enhanced
- Whanau Ora - Whanau and Maori achieve enhanced levels of economic and social prosperity
- Te Ao Hurihuri - Maori prepared for future opportunities
- Te Ao Maori - Maori succeeding as Maori, more secure, confident and expert in their own culture.
The specific contribution of each outcome to Government priorities is captured in the Statement of Intent 2011-2014 of Te Puni Kokiri.
The links between Government priorities and appropriations are illustrated in the table below:
Government Priorities and Outcomes - Links to Appropriations
| Government Priorities | Government Outcomes | Appropriations |
|---|---|---|
| Build a more productive and Competitive economy | Maori position as the Treaty partner is secured and enhanced Maori prepared for future opportunities | Departmental Output Expenses: Policy - Maori Development Policy - Crown Maori Relationships Operations Management |
| Deliver better public services | Maori succeeding as Maori, more secure, confident and expert in their own culture Whanau and Maori achieve enhanced levels of economic and social prosperity | Key Departmental Output Expenses: Policy - Crown Maori Relationships Policy - Maori Development Operations Management Relationships and Information Ministerial Servicing Integrated Whanau Social Assistance Whanau Ora Administration |
| Rebuild Christchurch | Maori prepared for future opportunities | Integrated Whanau Social Assistance |
Government Priorities extracted from Budget Policy Statement 16 February 2012 and Prime Minister's speech of 15 March 2012 on Better Public Services. Refer to Te Puni Kokiri Statement of Intent 2012-15 for a narrative on how appropriations and outputs contribute to the Government's priorities.
