Dr Rachael Glassey (Te Atihaunui-a-Papārangi) is a Senior Research Fellow at Te Kura i Awarua Rangahau Māori Centre. After earning her PhD in psycho-oncology in Australia, she returned to Hawke’s Bay to focus on children’s wellbeing, food security, and health. Rachael was a key contributor to the Nourishing Hawke’s Bay project and continues to advance community-focused health research.
This study explores how the Ka Ora Ka Ako programme supports education, sustainability, and health through the provision of free school lunches in New Zealand. It highlights impacts on food security, curriculum integration, and environmental sustainability.
This research highlights the integration of Mātauranga Māori into the learning environments of five primary schools, emphasising the importance of blending Māori knowledge with Western educational practices.
This study examines the positive effects of free school meals on food security, well-being, and equity, particularly for Māori communities. It highlights financial relief, improved nutrition, and the role of school and whānau engagement in fostering healthier eating habits and reducing food insecurity.
This study explores how traditional Māori knowledge and values around food are integrated into school programmes, focusing on sustainability and cultural connection. It examines how kai initiatives foster environmental awareness, strengthen whānau engagement, and support student well-being.
This evaluation of the Ka Ora Ka Ako programme highlights its impact on student nutrition, educational outcomes, and community engagement, while identifying areas for improvement. It examines its role in reducing food insecurity, promoting healthy eating, and supporting student well-being.
This research highlights lunch providers’ perspectives on the New Zealand Free and Healthy School Lunch Programme, focusing on nutrition guidelines, supply chain resilience, and student feedback. It examines teacher and principal support to enhance programme effectiveness.