Waikato Multicultural Council participated in the Bridging Cultures Hui at Hukanui Marae in Gordonton on Saturday 29 July 2023. This series of event throughout the motu is to connect ethnic communities with Maori and Pasifika and combat racism.

The morning was freezing but our enthusiasm remained strong. At 9am the powerful powhiri welcomed attendees onto the marae.

After Whakawhanaungatanga in breakout groups we discussed our local connection or migrant journey to Aotearoa New Zealand. Our experiences with racism and solutions to eliminate racial discrimination.

Overall it was a humbling learning experience and best wishes to the Inclusive Aotearoa Collective Tahono for their future success!