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Cultural Resistance Through Tradition: A Moment to Remember in New Zealand’s Parliament 🟡⚫ In a powerful display of cultural pride and resistance, Māori MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke recently performed the haka, a traditional Māori ceremonial dance, in New Zealand’s Parliament. This bold act came as a protest against the proposed Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill, which could redefine the 1840 treaty that serves as the foundation for Māori rights and their relationship with the Crown. The haka, known globally as a symbol of strength and unity, holds deep cultural and historical significance for the Māori people. Traditionally performed by warriors before battle, it embodies a call to courage and collective energy. Today, the haka transcends its origins, representing a form of expression for celebrations, mourning, and resistance. Maipi-Clarke’s performance, alongside other opposition MPs, underscored the gravity of the proposed bill’s implications for Indigenous rights. The Treaty of Waitangi is New Zealand’s founding document, signed between Māori chiefs and the British Crown. Its modern interpretation shapes Māori access to land, representation, healthcare, and cultural preservation. The proposed bill has ignited widespread criticism, with thousands of New Zealanders rallying in Wellington to defend Indigenous rights and oppose the bill’s potential erosion of the treaty’s commitments. This moment in Parliament reminds us of the enduring power of cultural traditions to inspire collective action and advocate for justice. Maipi-Clarke’s haka echoes a timeless message: respect for Indigenous heritage is central to forging a just and inclusive future. What are your thoughts on the role of cultural expression in modern political movements? Share below! Follow for more ➡️➡️ Abdul Hameed #Māori #Haka #CulturalPride #IndigenousRights #Leadership #NewZealand #indigenousrights

From MANAAKI designer Kat Tua: I created MANAAKI with the purpose of removing the prejudices associated with Māori and indigenous products and to celebrate Māori culture.  Therefore, I see it is my duty to condemn the dangerous Treaty Principles Bill that was introduced to Aotearoa New Zealand’s Parliament last week. This bill threatens the existence of Māori culture under the guise of ‘equality’ or ‘All Lives Matter’ and will remove Māori rights from our constitution. Te Tiriti o Waitangi has protected Māori tino rangatiratanga (self-determination) since it was signed in 1840 despite many breaches over time from its treaty partner, The Crown. Already, The Treaty Principles Bill has caused much division and fear among New Zealanders and continues to perpetuate negative stereotypes towards Māori. In the words of The Polynesian Panther Party, I say ‘Educate to Liberate’. I have attached the best summary I could find, a TikTok link from Riana Te Ngahue below that can summarise what this bill is about.  I hope this post will prompt anyone who is unsure about this bill to learn more. I also encourage other local businesses to share their support to iwi Māori by condemning this bill on their platforms. https://lnkd.in/g8S4BTGY #toitūtetiriti #manamotuhake #neverceded #indigenousrights

Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke: Redefining Leadership, One Haka at a Time At just 21 years old, Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke is New Zealand’s youngest MP in 170 years. Her viral haka in Parliament is more than a performance—it is a defiant call for justice, equity, and the preservation of Māori rights. As the Māori Treaty Principles Bill stirs racial tensions and threatens Indigenous rights, Maipi-Clarke’s actions challenge outdated systems that marginalise Māori voices. Her story isn’t just about New Zealand—it is about the global fight for true representation and inclusion. In our latest feature, we delve into her journey, the power of the haka, and the lessons her leadership brings to DEI advocates worldwide. 🔗 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/d4M-GhB4 #ChangeInContent #HanaRāwhitiMaipiClarke #MāoriRights #DiversityEquityInclusion #WomenLeaders #HakaForJustice

#Jirga System in Pashtun Tribes and #PTM The jirga system is a traditional method of conflict resolution and governance among Pashtun tribes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It serves as a mechanism for community justice, decision-making, and social cohesion. Recently, the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM), led by figures like Manzoor Pashteen, has sought to address contemporary issues within this traditional framework. #Objectives of the Jirga System 1.#Conflict #Resolution: To provide a platform for resolving disputes peacefully, maintaining community harmony, and avoiding escalation to violence. 2. #Community Representation: To ensure that all segments of the community have a voice, allowing for collective decision-making that reflects the will of the people. 3.#Cultural #Preservation: To uphold Pashtunwali (the code of conduct for Pashtuns), which emphasizes values such as honor, hospitality, and justice. 4.#Social Cohesion: To foster unity among tribes and clans, reinforcing social bonds and mutual support. 5.#Empowerment of Elders: To leverage the wisdom and authority of tribal elders, who guide the community based on their experience and knowledge. 6.#Adaptation to Change: To address modern challenges faced by the community, incorporating contemporary issues like human rights, governance, and development into traditional practices. #Role of PTM and Manzoor Pashteen The PTM, under the leadership of Manzoor Pashteen, seeks to reform the traditional jirga system to better align with current social and political realities. The movement emphasizes: 1. #HumanRights Advocacy: Addressing grievances related to state policies, military operations, and displacement of Pashtuns. 2. #Political #Mobilization: Engaging the community in political processes to ensure representation and accountability. 3. #Modernizing #Practices: Integrating modern legal frameworks and human rights principles within the jirga system, promoting justice for all community members. 4. #Raising #Awareness: Educating the community about their rights and the importance of participation in governance. The jirga system remains a vital aspect of Pashtun culture, balancing tradition with the pressing needs of contemporary society. The PTM and leaders like Manzoor Pashteen play a crucial role in evolving this system to better serve the community in the face of modern challenges. Newton Lee

Why I support Te Tiriti o Waitangi? It is essential to understand that enforcing the beliefs of a dominant culture on everyone does not necessarily lead to true equality in a culturally diverse nation. A country can be multi-ethnic while still operating under a mono-cultural framework. The recent response from Te Pāti Māori in Parliament regarding a bill they opposed was a significant example of cultural expression that I appreciated. However some people found it offensive because it didn’t fit the monocultural view of parliament. It is important to remember that both our parliament and our nation still function within a bicultural framework. This situation has led me to believe that ACT envisions New Zealand as a multiethnic nation that adheres to an approach that is acceptable to the dominant culture. Their resistance to Maori people having rights as tangata whenua, to me, is obnoxious and arrogant. That is what colonialism does. It disempowers the indigenous people of the land. To cultivate authentic multiculturalism, we must first acknowledge and respect our bicultural values and how they manifest in Parliament, local government, and society at large. I am concerned that if we embrace the direction proposed by ACT, New Zealand may regress towards a dominant culture model of governance where tangata whenua as well as my own cultural and spiritual values are ignored.

The recent events in New Zealand’s Parliament, where Māori lawmakers performed a haka in protest, highlight a powerful stand for Indigenous rights. This act was more than symbolic—it was a direct call for recognition and respect for the Treaty of Waitangi, a cornerstone of New Zealand’s history. The treaty isn’t just a document; it represents a sacred partnership between the Māori and the Crown, ensuring protection and sovereignty. The haka performed in Parliament wasn’t just a protest but a powerful cultural statement that demands acknowledgment of Māori voices in decision-making processes that affect them. This moment resonates globally as Indigenous communities everywhere fight for their rights and recognition. For advocates of equity and inclusion, this protest is a call to action. It’s a reminder that true progress comes from meaningful engagement, not top-down policies. By standing up, Māori leaders are showing the world that the fight for justice isn’t over—and we must all listen deeply to those whose voices have been silenced for too long. #IndigenousRights #MāoriVoices #TreatyOfWaitangi #CatharticCatalyst #CulturalResilience #SocialJustice #EquityInAction #ParliamentProtest #InclusionMatters #JustAMomFromAkron #IndigenousAdvocacy #RespectTheTreaty #VoicesOfThePeople #GlobalSolidarity #BarberBeauty413 #CulturalEmpowerment #RightsAndRecognition #JusticeForAll #DontRaiseStatistics #IndigenousSovereignty #StandWithMāori #ChangeForBetter #RebelWithACause #HumanRights

The haka performed by Hana-rawhiti Maipi-Clarke MP in the parliament of Aotearoa New Zealand has made international headlines. In this coverage, there is a lot of emphasis of the importance of more young women in politics, the importance of honouring indigenous people, and 'decolonizing'. However, there is relatively less emphasis on what 'decolonizing' exactly means here. In this short essay, I have highlighted Hana-Rawhiti 's crucial words preceding her haka - "Kawana, ka whakamanuwhiritia koe e au", [oh governor/government, you are all but visitors here], and the importance of taking stock of Tino rangatiratanga [sovereignty and self-determination of Māori people, or for that matter of any other indigenous people elsewhere] as the epicentre of decolonizing, if not of the praxis of decolonial feminism. This involves reiterating, as many times as needed, the fundamental truth that Tino rangatiratanga DOES NOT derive from the Kāwanatanga [colonial settler/occupier government] space. In challenging the treaty principles bill [lower case intentional] and all of the atrocious anti-Māori policies of the Kāwanatanga space [especially in the current dispensation], the Te Pāti Māori leadership has laid out a template - one that is of tremendous international relevance to political organizers; the Tiriti-centric Aotearoa they stand for, is indeed a roadmap for meaningful decolonial feminist worldmaking. The Toitū Te Tiriti campaign, for its part,  its very much a decolonial feminist love letter from Aotearoa to a world affected by rising tides of fascism. #Aotearoa #ToitūTeTiriti #TinoRangatiratanga #ManaMotuhake #IndigenousJustice #DecolonialFeministWorldmaking Read more on Substack: https://lnkd.in/gn9vH_QT

The controversy over socks with the word “Allah” on them has aroused discontent and highlighted the divisions within the ruling coalition government in Malaysia. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to manage this latest squabbling although his initial handling of the issue seems to give the political advantage to his detractors. Mr. Anwar, with a two-thirds majority in Parliament, is not in danger of being unseated over these controversies. However, weak Malay support could erode the government’s will and ability to implement its political and fiscal reform agenda. As Malays dominate the public service and electoral structure and form the lower classes that rely more on government transfers, reforms in these areas would affect them most. The Prime Minister of Malaysia has always been the central figure in keeping interracial peace and the sharing of the economic pie. If Mr Anwar wants to operate within the existing political framework, he will have to demonstrate his commitment to Malay interests, even at the cost of some non-Malay support. Alternatively, he could try to cajole Malaysians onto a new path of multiracialism. Report by RSIS | S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies https://lnkd.in/gqQp83wn

On this auspicious day of Guru Nanak Jayanti, may his teachings of peace, equality, and selfless service inspire us all. ✨🙏 . #GuruNanakJayanti #GuruNanakDevJi #SpreadLoveAndPeace #TeachingsOfGuruNanak #BlessingsOfGuruNanak #GuruNanak #FaithAndUnity #NanakNamChardiKala"

🖐 Den indonesiske ambassade i Danmark inviterer til debat om arbejdet for tros- og religionsfrihed 📅 11. juni kl. 9-12 Om arrangementet skriver ambassaden: "In both Denmark and Indonesia, the recognition and protection of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) stand as cornerstones of their respective societies. The protection of FoRB not only safeguards individual liberties in Denmark and Indonesia but also strengthens social cohesion, contributing to the richness and vitality of their respective societies. In the Danish context, promoting Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) has been a foreign policy priority since January 2018. Denmark's engagement in Indonesia stands out, and in an independent review in 2022 it is portrayed as a collaborative endeavor aimed at empowering local communities to champion religious tolerance and social harmony. Through capacity building, interfaith dialogue, and community empowerment, the project fosters a spirit of mutual respect and understanding among diverse religious communities, embodying the shared commitment of Denmark and Indonesia to uphold fundamental human rights. Nonetheless, promoting FoRB in Indonesia also presents unique challenges which require a multi-faceted approach, encompassing legal reforms, education, interfaith dialogue, and community engagement." Tilmelding via dette link: https://lnkd.in/dvKQnrqZ Det er muligt både at deltage fysisk og via zoom.