Photo of a wall with graffiti on it. The graffiti is a colourful circle and inside it is written "Make Art Not War". It has been snowing and snow has settled on the ground at the wall

Create

Get active in your own community for the issues that matter the most.

People marching down a street. A young woman holds up a sign that says “There’s no Planet B”

What world do you hope for?

Amid social and environmental injustice, the need for meaningful action has never been greater. Explore your own hopes and dreams for this beautiful world, and develop ideas about how you can put your values into action.

View of a pine forest shrouded in cloud. In the foreground of the photo is the remains of cut down trees, a mess of logs and debris

What are the most urgent issues in your community?

Taking action in the places where we stand helps us to feel empowered and optimistic about our ability to affect change. Participating in the local issues that are relevant to us is one of the very best things we can do to feel good.

Pair of white underpants, covered in anti-nuclear symbols

How do museums collect and record memories?

We sure do have some amazing collection items. Take a look at the role that museums have in our lives, the reasons why we collect what we collect, and create your own Museum of Us.

‘Kiko Moana’ on display in Te Papa. A large sheet of blue tarpaulin hangs from the ceiling, and drapes onto the floor, resembling a waterfall

How can art help us communicate big ideas?

Te Papa has an amazing collection of art that is designed to raise our awareness about social and environmental injustice and provoke change. Use art to communicate some of the big feelings you may have about our world.

Close-up photo of a hand with multicoloured paints smeared across it

How do we find peace and joy in this time?

Focusing on the positive things that we can do to make a difference is not only good for our communities and our planet, but it is also really great for our mental health and wellbeing. Delve into these activities to ease your mind and rest your soul.