Fatima shares how her mother’s sacrifices and community support inspired her to pursue sport and create a safe, empowering space for other Muslim girls.

Ben values relationships deeply and reflects on his time at university as being the perfect time to build meaningful connections.

Rosalie had to address her instinct to 'people-please' in order to embrace her true self, finding confidence and authenticity through her music.

In Part 1 of her kōrero, Jess shares how her whānau, after their son's autism diagnosis was delivered in a disempowering way, reclaimed their own mātauranga and cultural lens of takiwātanga.

In Part 2 of her kōrero, Jess reflects on how her whānau journey with takiwātanga (autism) has transformed into a powerful mission - educating others and fiercely advocating for other tamariki like her son.