Te Puna Rangahau o Te Wai Ariki

The Aotearoa New Zealand Centre for Indigenous Peoples and the Law is a internationally-recognised and leading centre on law and policy focused on research, education, and advocacy for Indigenous peoples' rights.

Contributing to the law and policy on the rights of Indigenous peoples.

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A unique opportunity for a tauira to attend at the Un and Geneva International Institute for Indigenous Peoples’ Rights and Policy. Apply by 11 April 2026.

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Our people frequently contribute to seminars, panels, conferences and deliver keynotes in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.

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Te Wai Ariki contributes actively in the development of law policy on the rights of Indigenous peoples.

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Stay informed about Te Wai Ariki and its work featured in the national and international media.

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Te Wai Ariki has a particular focus on transformation of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Constitution so that it realises Māori rights and aspirations as expressed in He Whakaputanga, te Tiriti o Waitangi and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

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Learn about, research on and advocate for Māori rights and Indigenous peoples’ rights more broadly.

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We collaborate on projects with our friends and colleagues in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.

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Discover a collection of insightful student essays, offering diverse perspectives and in-depth analysis on key Māori legal issues.

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