"Kumi nga lata"

We the Indigenous people have faced significant challenges throughout history, including displacement, loss of land and resources, and discrimination. Many of us, Indigenous communities continue to struggle with issues such as poverty, lack of access to education and healthcare, and high rates of crime and incarceration. It is important to acknowledge and address these issues, and to work with Indigenous communities to find solutions that respect our rights, cultures, and traditions.

It's also important to note that despite these challenges, we the Indigenous people have rich cultures, languages and traditions. We have a deep connection to our land and communities and have resilience. In recent years, there has been a growing movement to recognize and celebrate Indigenous cultures, and to support Indigenous-led initiatives for self-determination and self-governance.