Tīwhanawhana Celebrates Matariki

During the event, attendees reflected on the role of women, particularly for the Takatāpui community. Various participants share their experiences and thoughts, focusing on the power and role of wāhine within their lives and communities. They speak of a sense of strength, remembrance, and the importance of passing on knowledge and heritage. There is discussion about the value of archiving and preserving stories, especially those reflecting the Takatāpui and broader rainbow community. Recollections touch upon the influence of women in terms of grounding, support, and resilience, as well as their pivotal role in sustaining and advancing culture.

Participants showcase deep respect for the legacy left by strong women and their persistence in the face of social adversity. They acknowledge personal connections, sharing stories about family members and prominent figures who have left indelible marks on their lives. The narratives express a communal need to honor and make visible the journeys, struggles, and triumphs of Māori women, along with recognizing the layers of complexity added by gender identity and sexual orientation.

The recording ends with a waita and an invitation to engage with ongoing events and potential archives that capture the living history and spirit of the communities represented at the gathering. The celebration aligns with the observance of Matariki, the Māori New Year, symbolized by the Pleiades star cluster's rising, traditionally a time for remembrance and forward-looking vision, aptly mirrored in the event's themes of reflection and legacy.

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Ani Waapu Ariana Tikao Kevin Haunui Paul Diamond Tīwhanawhana

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