Duality

Clothing expression is important to Wairua. Mia connects with her culture by spending time away. Lavi talks about cultural expectations. Theia feels welcomed by her own and judged by others. Read more Video

Photographer and māmā Putaanga Waitoa had a colourful upbringing in the islands. Ravinder is taken back to her childhood. Te Irimana is learning about a part of himself that feels like home. Read more Video

Paige has faced many challenges; family and art have kept her grounded. Joe shares how he navigates the world with his unique POV. Maumahara shares what comes with the honour of wearing moko kauae. Read more Video

Kirihika revisits her painful past. Half-Irish/half-Māori skater Bailey Te Maipi inspires other girls to follow their passion. Jaedyn tells us who influenced her passion for her culture and music. Read more Video

Lani returned from Germany to find her feet in te ao Māori. Kay plays basketball in the US but keeps connected to her Māori culture. Tina, of mixed heritage, inspires youth to embrace their beauty. Read more Video

Hine juggles family, studying, and rekindling her identity. TikTok creator Thomas Pakoti gets back into the rhythm of fitness training. Leon tells us how he has navigated his anxieties. Read more Video

Duality looks at Māori with mixed whakapapa, who are on a journey to find their identity. With a foot in two worlds, their stories look within us and explore belonging, self-doubt, and triumph. Read more Video