whanaungatanga

Whanaungatanga is a Māori concept centered on kinship, connection, and the sense of belonging that comes from family and community relationships.

It encompasses the obligations, support, and mutual care that flow from these bonds—whether through blood, marriage, or shared purpose.

The term appears increasingly in New Zealand English contexts discussing social cohesion, workplace culture, and indigenous perspectives: The organization fosters whanaungatanga among its staff.