The aho of the korowai weaves through the whenu, binding the korowai together as a wearable garment. Each of the aho depicts a key focus area for leadership, as outlined below.
This approach utilises features of the Tū Rangatira Maori Medium Educational Leadership Ministry policy document. Ngā aho - the seven Key Areas of Focus for leadership in Māori Medium form the basis upon which questions are raised for the leader to examine their current leadership practice.