NATION-WIDE CALL TO ACTION OF KOTAHITANGA- MEDIA STATEMENT:

Introduction: Over 2,000 people gathered at Waipapa marae yesterday in a hui organised in just two weeks by some of Maoridom’s most well-known Māori rights activists, including Tame Iti,... Read more »

Te Tiriti o Waitangi: Who’s Responsible for Upholding its Promises?

Photo/ Hamilton City Council Library Introduction: Te Tiriti o Waitangi, signed in 1840, remains a cornerstone of New Zealand’s history and identity. Yet, the question of who bears the... Read more »

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Honoring The Legacy of Kiingi Tuheitia:

Introduction: The passing of Kiingi Tuheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero Te Tuawhitu is a significant loss for Aotearoa New Zealand. His reign was marked by a dedication to cultural preservation,... Read more »

Building A Vision of Unity: Lessons from a Māori King’s Wisdom

Introduction: The words of Kiingi Tāwhiao, the second Māori King, echo across generations, offering a powerful message for our times through his tongikura or proverb: “Māku anō e hanga... Read more »

Andrew Judd: A Recovering Racist and Advocate for Māori Representation:

Introduction: Andrew Judd, the former Mayor of New Plymouth, is a figure whose story offers a complex and compelling narrative about confronting personal prejudice and advocating for social change.... Read more »

From Silence to Strength: State Care Survivors Forge a New Path to Establish Ngāti Mōrehu as an iwi

Govenor General to ngā Mōrehu photo / RC A Legacy of Trauma: The Scars of Lake Ellis, Tokonui, and Beyond: The harrowing testimonies of survivors from institutions like Lake... Read more »

Te Tiriti’s Promise: Building a Future for All of New Zealand

Introduction: The recent admission by Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins, that Māori never ceded sovereignty marks a pivotal moment in Aotearoa New Zealand’s history. This long-awaited acknowledgment, echoing the... Read more »

The Shadow of White Fragility: Aotearoa’s New Coalition Government & the Erosion of Māori Rights:

Introduction: The term “white fragility” refers to the defensive and uncomfortable reactions European New Zealanders experience when confronted with discussions about racism and privilege. In Aotearoa New Zealand, this... Read more »

Debunking the “Gravy Train” Myth: Unveiling the Truth Behind Treaty Settlements and Māori Privilege

Introduction: The accusation that iwi Māori are “riding a gravy train” due to treaty settlements is a harmful and pervasive myth, often accompanied by the misconception of Māori privilege.... Read more »

– Breaking the Cycle: Strategies for Addressing Intergenerational Trauma in Māori Communities

Introduction: The Māori community in Aotearoa has experienced a complex and often painful history marked by colonial policies that aimed to dismantle their cultural practices, language, and land ownership.... Read more »