Te Tumu academic staff members Dr. Emma Powell and Dr. Jess Pasisi were a part of a team of Pacific scholars who contributed to the latest special issue of Waka Kuaka. The issue delves into the “Realm of New Zealand,” exploring why it is often dismissed in both historical and contemporary narratives. This dismissal has led to a lack of awareness and limited understanding of what the Realm is and how it impacts Pacific communities connected to it. The team of authors highlight the tangible consequences of this oversight, particularly for communities from the Realm who now often have larger populations in Aotearoa than back in their home islands. This special edition aims to bring awareness, stimulate critical discussion, and advocate for a more inclusive understanding of the Realm’s place within the broader Aotearoa context.
Contributions to a special issue on “The Invisibility of the Realm of New Zealand”
