Maimoa Enamel Pin - Tangata Tiriti

The Tangata Tiriti pin from Maimoa Creative is a statement of allyship and commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Created for tauiwi (non-Māori) who stand alongside tangata whenua in the pursuit of equity and the protection of Māori rights and culture, it’s a symbol of solidarity and responsibility.

Its made from high-quality enamel metal with elegant brass plating and detailing. The pin comes equipped with two butterfly clutches for secure fastening, ensuring it stays in place whether you're adorning your pēke (bag), adding flair to your jacket, topping off your pōtae (hat), or personalising your work lanyard.

Features
Size: 28 x 28mm
Material: enamel metal with brass plating and detailing
Backing: 2x butterfly clutches
Versatile: Perfect for attaching to your pēke (bag), jacket, pōtae (hat), or work lanyard

CAUTION: This pin contains small and sharp parts. Please take care when attaching. Not recommended for children under 3 years. 

Artist statement:

“Maimoatia te reo, maimoatia te iwi.”
Our motto is all about cherishing the language of this land as well as the people in your life.

Maimoa Creative is a Māori and whānau owned brand based in Tauranga that is passionate about promoting the Māori language and culture through unique designs, products and resources. We aim to help normalise the use of te reo Māori in everyday life.

Aroha Tamihana (Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Ranginui) is the creative force behind Maimoa Creative — a graphic designer, hand-lettering artist, lifelong learner and advocate of te reo Māori. She started Maimoa Creative to merge her love for typography and te ao Māori, with a mission to help normalise te reo and support others on their language journey. With a sharp eye for detail and a big heart for kaupapa, everything she creates is thoughtful, purposeful, and proudly Māori.

Don’t be fooled by her sweet and gentle vibe — Aroha’s got a sharp wit and cheeky sass that sometimes seeps into her mahi and content 🙈

These items are designed in New Zealand by Maimoa Creative