In this thought-provoking discussion, Awatia Mita, an Indigenous Maori woman from Ruatoria, shares her insights on the systemic healthcare inequities impacting her community and the far-reaching consequences of the Treaty of Waitangi. She highlights the recent protests against government proposals seen as threats to Maori rights and the essential role of affirmative action. Awatia delves into the historical complexities of the Treaty, expressing concerns that changes in governance may reverse progress for the Maori people, entrenching existing disparities in health, education, and employment.
