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The third Wai o Papa Exhibition: A project of hope for Māori Coastal communities

One Deep South Challenge project, within the Vision Mātauranga programme, has been exploring adaptation strategies to address climate change impacts on coastal Māori communities. Using design methodology, this project takes a serious look at the potential economic risks to climate sensitive industries.  The final hui and exhibit offers a model of participation and engagement that... Read more »...

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Climate adaptations for coastal farms: Bridging science and mātauranga Māori with art and design

The Plan Journal (2017) Coastal Māori farming communities are at risk of future climate change impacts like sea level rise, yet due to the abstract nature of climate change science, lack of science communication and economic pressures these communities can be slow to respond and adapt. Art and design can bridge these issues by combining scientific... Read more »...