Tena Koutou
For years now, Maori Rangatahi have wanted to engage in korero about who they are, what they had to offer, to anyone who might be listening. Rangatahi is 'defined as' 17-40 years in this space - I know, a large age gap - but this again is to encourage anyone who 'fits' in this gap to participate and be part of the conversation. In the months that lead up to the elections next year I will be asking people to leave their whakaaro on what they think is important to Rangatahi Maori, and how the Maori party can help us achieve what we want - and what we need, in order to become who we want to be in Aotearoa. For me, it is all about being successful (whatever that means), and being Maori at the same time - and not having to compromise either!
WHERE DO WE START? Glad you asked.......Our first get-together/hui/brainstorm session is at Te Whanau Toi (prefabs nearest the road, Hoani Waititi Marae) 441 West Coast Rd, Glen Eden, Aucks on SUNDAY the 8th of July 2-4pm.
We're going to have some personalities there, and Papa Pita Sharples will also be there too....So come along....There are two roopu- one for 17-19 year olds and one for those older than 19-40....And did I mention a kai? Nau Mai Haere MaiMauriora
Tena Koutou Anei he wahi mo nga Rangatahi Maori e rata ana ki nga mahi torangapu, mo nga ahuatanga Rangatahi ki Aotearoa nei.......This is a space for those of you are who are into the 'Parti Maori', and want to find out a bit more about them and what they are out there kraking for us!
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Tena Koutou,
I just read a comment posted by Maori Party Rangatahi on Charles Royals blog about a concern of the portrayal of us, or ones perspective on how we see the state of our people. This was interesting to me because when I read his writings I feel my own experience reflected. Also to mark that for myself it is refreshing to have such korero laid out in such a way that comes from a place that is beyond blame and anger, how many people are able to do this in such an articulate manner that is firm but still believes in holding the connection with all human beings? sometimes we can get caught up in solely connecting of and within ourselves when the work is to connect with all. Let us not become blind to the reality of others. Mauri ora.
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