NATIVE Minds

The amplified communications of social media both enhance and compromise gender awareness. The visible and hidden struggles for equality continue. What are some key issues facing Indigenous women in the next year? Speakers:  Gabrielle Mary Rikihana Aunty Gabe Mary Rikihana was brought up by Ehae John Ropata and her aunt Maraia (also known as Peach) Rikihana. As a young teacher, she travelled to Wellington, England for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth and then taught in London schools.  For many years she was a Māori inspector of schools across Aotearoa. Aunty Gabe is not afraid to challenge authority!  Iriaka Epiha-Ferris A descendant of Ngāti Porou and Ngā Puhi and fortunate to have been brought up amongst Ngāti Raukawa-ki-te-tonga in Õtaki.  I am humbled by the upbringing I have had and privileged to be educated in the knowledge our grandparent and parents fought for, kōhanga reo, kura kaupapa and wānanga Māori.  I am passionate in the pursuit to reciprocate this and disseminate the mātauranga to all communities Te Puawaitanga Winterburn Actress Te Puawaitanga Winterburn (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Raukawa) grew up in the Hokianga and Ōtaki. A recent graduate of Toi Whakaari, Te Puawaitanga believes strongly about the vehicle of the performing arts to showcase the power and potential of te reo Māori me ōna tīkanga. About NATIVE Minds NATIVE Minds is a series of interactive discussions that examine how Indigenous thinking shapes our existence, and our view of the world hosted by Tainui Stephens