E-Tangata Magazine Overview

Overview

E-Tangata is an online magazine featuring diverse stories and analysis focused on Māori and Pasifika experiences in Aotearoa, including arts, reflections, identity, commentary, and history.

Community, Culture, and Storytelling

• Emphasizes bridging gaps between communities, especially youth, and professional arts (Stacey Leilua).
• Highlights cultural practices and resilience within whānau, especially through tangihanga (Shonelle Wana).
• Showcases the legacy, strength, and wisdom of elders and ancestors (Natalie Coates, Atawhai Tibble, Tanja Rother).
• Reflections on how everyday actions maintain and honour Māori identity (Stacy Gregg).

Social Justice, Rights, and Representation

• Discusses the importance of Te Tiriti, Section 4, and iwi rights in protecting public resources from privatization (Melanie Nelson).
• Critiques assimilation within education and supports a knowledge system rooted in indigenous values (Erica Hamilton).
• Highlights the need for advocacy and addressing uncomfortable truths such as abuse, homelessness, and barriers to opportunity (Mea Motu, Dr Timoti Te Moke).
• Emphasizes the impact of voting and political changes on marginalized communities (Eden Fusitua).

Education and Language

• Addresses harm caused by tokenism and the absence of Māori language in schools (Te Aumoana Kingi).
• Stresses children's right to a holistic, democratic education (Catherine Murupaenga-Ikenn).
• Encourages perseverance in learning te reo Māori at all ages (Witi Ihimaera, Michelle Campbell).

Arts, Media, and Representation

• Draws on the strength and power of indigenous art through times of adversity (Ngarino Ellis).
• Underscores challenges faced by Māori media organizations, especially regarding funding (Shane Taurima).
• Calls for responsible journalism and public trust in media (Tiraroa Reweti).

Historical Reflections

• Explores impacts of colonization and cultural assimilation on individuals and communities (Nadine Hura, Chris Mirams).
• Reflects on major historical events affecting Māori and Pacific peoples, such as the Rainbow Warrior bombings and Rongelap Atoll evacuation (Moana Maniapoto, Jeton Anjain).

Personal Journeys and Resilience

• Shares stories of second chances and resilience post-incarceration (Jaye Pukepuke).
• Details personal and professional growth despite systemic barriers (Dr Timoti Te Moke, Kerrin Leoni).

Calls to Action and Support

• Encourages public submissions and community support via newsletter and PressPatron contributions.
• Highlights partnership and mutual support between E-Tangata and Radio Waatea.

Questions / Follow-Ups

• What further steps can be taken to address systemic barriers in education, health, and political participation for Māori and Pasifika communities?
• How can wider society better recognize and support indigenous knowledge systems and languages?