Maori Language renaissance gets attention of New York Times

Monday, September 24th, 2018

Maori is having a revival across New Zealand. Indigenous people are increasingly embracing their language, rejecting generations of stigma and shame associated with its use.

And white New Zealanders are looking to Maori language and culture to help them make sense of their own cultural identity. Read more

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