22 Jul 2021

Polynesian Panthers women members reflect on their legacy

From , 6:00 am on 22 July 2021

Now as New Zealand's formal government apology for the Dawn Raids draws near, the women members of the Polynesian Panthers wonder how their legacy will be remembered.

They've drawn on their own experiences of being raided, being brown, being brown women and the relationship with their male counterparts.

Mariner Fagaiava-Muller spoke to the 'Sisterhood of the Raids'.

Polynesian Panthers Party sisters including Dr Melani Anae (Left) and Miriama Rauhihi Ness (centre).

Polynesian Panthers Party sisters including Dr Melani Anae (Left) and Miriama Rauhihi Ness (centre). Photo: facebook