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Beyond the Balance Sheet: Why Gender Equality is a Safety Essential
In my two decades working within the justice and social sectors in Aotearoa, I’ve learned one uncomfortable truth: Inequality is the playground of the perpetrator. When we talk about “gender balance,” we often get stuck in corporate metrics—boardroom percentages and pay gaps. While those matter, they are only the surface. At Staying Safe and Sane,…
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Breaking the Silence: When the Marae Doesn’t Feel Like Home
For generations, we have been told that our marae is our sanctuary. It is the heart of our iwi, the place where our ancestors speak through the carvings, and where our whānau gathers to celebrate and to grieve. It is meant to be our ultimate tūrangawaewae—the place where we all have the right to stand…
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The Art of the Korowai: Why Healing From Family Violence Cannot Be Rushed
When we talk about recovering from family violence, we often use words like “moving on” or “getting over it.” But for those of us on the frontline, we know those terms don’t quite fit the reality. Healing isn’t a straight line; it’s a craft. In Te Ao Māori, the Korowai (prestige cloak) is a symbol…
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