Underpinning principles
Kia hiwa rā! has four underpinning principles.
Information for teachers
Kia hiwa rā! is a teaching and learning resource that uses protest and activism as a launchpad for creating the world we want to live in.
Curriculum links
Kia hiwa rā! helps ākonga to explore some really big ideas – such as the ways in which power is held and used to shape the world we live in. It focuses ākonga on lived experiences, indigenous realities and the multiple perspectives that exist around representation and history.
How to use this resource
Accessible, fun, and easy to use, Kia hiwa rā! is divided into four kete.
Creating a safe space for difficult conversations
Kia hiwa ra! encourages learners to gather multiple perspectives around issues that are important to us. This requires openness, courage, and the ability to listen and reflect without judgement. Developing an awareness of these skills may be an important first step before learners embark on research in your community.
Education programme: Protest Aotearoa!
Primary, Secondary
Who are we as a nation? How did we get here? What do we value?
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