The Anti-Racism Kaupapa
‘Ao Mai te Rā’ means ‘the dawn has come’. It is a reference to Pūao te Atatū which means ‘a new dawn’ and was the government’s first report into racism in the public service.
Ao Mai te Rā is a continuation of the significant work initiated through Pūao te Atatū. It builds on the foundations established and further tailors them to fit our current context in the health system.
Much like the dawn, this kaupapa will usher in a ‘new day’ for health. It will shine light on the dark parts of our system that we aren’t so proud of, those that allow racism and discrimination to flourish.
By illuminating these negative features, we are provided the opportunity to change them. That is what Ao Mai te Rā is about – understanding, uncovering and actively opposing racism in the system and strategising for change.
Link to article: Ao Mai te Rā | The Anti-Racism Kaupapa | Ministry of Health NZ
