Tag: Pākehā

Almost like immunity

Posted by Catherine Delahunty | May 14, 2023 | Reflections

“I have no criminal record despite having been in numerous political protests for many years where I could‘ve been arrested and possibly charged. It’s almost as if I have a form of immunity.” — Catherine Delahunty.

Staying in our lane

Posted by Catherine Delahunty | Jul 3, 2022 | Reflections

“When tangata whenua share their world with the rest of us, it doesn’t mean we should claim a special insight or position. If we do this, we risk being told to stay in our lane.” — Catherine Delahunty.

Racism and White Defensiveness in Aotearoa: A Pākehā Perspective

Posted by Max Harris | Jun 10, 2018 | Comment & Analysis

“I think for those of us who identify as Pākehā, or who grew up in Pākehā dominant spaces, there’s a special responsibility to strive to be aware of our own advantages in Aotearoa New Zealand.”