Claire Charters Archives

Claire Charters: Let’s imagine a new constitution

Posted by Siena Yates | Apr 7, 2024 | Comment & Analysis, PIJF

“In Aotearoa, we’ve got one people being regulated by another people’s imposed legal system, contrary to what was agreed in Te Tiriti o Waitangi. That’s inequality.” — Claire Charters.

Putting rights on hold

Posted by Claire Charters | Apr 30, 2023 | Comment & Analysis, PIJF

“Implementing rights shouldn’t be subject to the political mood of the government of the day. So we remain of the view that our human rights obligations require the government to act now.” — Professor Claire Charters.

Finally, is the Catholic Church facing its colonising past?

Posted by Claire Charters & Tina Ngata | Apr 9, 2023 | Comment & Analysis, PIJF

“It’s a doctrine that’s been used to give legality to things that are highly unjust.” — Claire Charters. “As you read the Vatican’s statement, it becomes less and less clear what the Pope wants us to forgive him for.” — Tina Ngata.

Claire Charters: The myth of sovereignty

Posted by Claire Charters | Oct 30, 2022 | Comment & Analysis

“Aotearoa New Zealand needs to confront the injustices of our past and the ongoing impacts today. That starts with confronting the myth of sovereignty.” — Dr Claire Charters.

Moana Jackson: His legacy will endure

Posted by E-Tangata | Apr 3, 2022 | Reflections, Top 10 for 2022

“If he hadn’t taken on those fights, he could quite easily have buffered himself against the health issues. But he didn’t. He didn’t swerve. He didn’t flinch. He just kept on going.” — Ngahiwi Tomoana.