What does the name "Manaaki" mean?

The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Programme enhances the mana of partner countries and Aotearoa New Zealand through manaakitanga – the act of hosting, supporting and honouring Manaaki scholars. The concept of manaaki is integral to the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Programme and is one of the programme’s core values, this speaks to a culture of elevating mana through care and respect, and of lasting and meaningful connections between countries and people.