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Indigenous | Takatāpui

Where do I stand? Takatāpui and the traditions of competitive haka | Kia Wiri! Episode 2

Takatāpui individuals are increasingly asserting their presence in kapa haka, pushing traditional boundaries.

Takatāpui individuals are increasingly asserting their presence in kapa haka, pushing traditional boundaries.

It isn’t new. There are many groups who, over the years have embraced their trans and non-binary performers by allowing them to stand and trial for a spot in the row that aligns with their gender identity - but some groups don’t.

In this episode our mātanga share their whakaaro on the issue.

Whatitiri Te Wake
Whatitiri Te Wake

Whatitiri Te Wake (Te Rarawa ki Hokianga) is a multimedia producer for Te Ao Māori News with more than a decade of experience across Aotearoa’s leading newsrooms. He is passionate about amplifying community voices and driving change through storytelling. To share your kōrero, contact him at whatitiri.tewake@whakaatamaori.co.nz.