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Designing for Safety, Belonging, and Visibility
It was a privilege to join Auckland Council’s Rainbow Communities Advisory Panel this evening. The session brought together community members and advocates to share experiences…
May 23, 20252 min read
Tuning In, ERU Conversations with IFRC.
Jumped online tonight for an IFRC session focused on how Emergency Response Units (ERUs) are evolving. Around 140 people from National...
May 21, 20251 min read
Weaving Stories, Weaving Resilience: Reflections from the 2025 Media Awards
Last night, I attended the 2025 Media Awards, where the theme of the evening resonated: journalists as weavers of our communities. This idea, drawn from Ta Ao Māori, recognises how…
May 17, 20251 min read
Designing Spaces for Connection, Reflections from the Rainbow Auckland May Networking Event
This week I went along to the Rainbow Auckland May networking event—my first time. It was a relaxed and welcoming space, with plenty of meaningful conversations beyond the usual work chat.
One of the standouts for me was hearing about Te Whare Aniwaniwa, Rainbow Hub Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, a project still in its early stages, working toward creating a dedicated rainbow community space in the CBD.
May 7, 20251 min read
Civil Defence Centre Training: Designing for Resilience in Action
I recently participated in a Civil Defence Centre training day with Fire Rescue and First Response. It was a hands-on experience that went beyond theory, focusing on practical skills essential for emergency response…
Apr 11, 20251 min read
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