These resources, from the Treaty and anti-racism movements, relate to events and actions from the 1960s to the present day. They come from a number of collections being held by TRC that are presently being digitised.
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| Title |
Primary author |
Content Description | Table of Contents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institutional Racism in the Department of Social Welfare Auckland | Berridge, D., Cowan, L., Cumberland, T., Davys, A., McDowell, H., Morgan, J., Wallis, P. | A report written by women employed by the Department of Social Welfare in Auckland to consider institutional racism within the department. |
1. Introduction
2. Definition of terms in relation to Aotearoa
3. Issues
4. Ethnic composition of D.S.W. staff - survey
5. Staff recruitment and selection in DSW
6. Staff training
7. Departmental environment
8. Conclusion |
| Waitangi Day 1983 as seen from NCC Auckland | Brash, Alan | A report to include a summary of Waitangi Day 1983 events and the role of National Council of Churches. | Introdcution, Church Caucus Formed within the Coalition, The "Official Celebration' at the Treaty House, The 10am "Ecumenical Service", General, Can Prayer heal Divided House? |
| Brockie's View and other graphics | Brockie, | Brockie cartoon illustrates racism, stereotypes and injustice by the Police. Unnamed cartoon one illustrates police brutality, and cartoon two illustrates the benefits of cooperation and organisation. | Brockie's View, Cartoon 1, Cartoon 2 |
| Kawanatanga | Brookes, Jean | This article attempts to clarify how the missionaries might have understood issues of governance and power and what explanation they might have given for the word Kawanatanga, based on an extensive exploration of biblical history around the time of the birth and death of Jesus. | Cover letter, Kawanatanga, the purpose of the research, Questions, Palestinian History, Some parallels of dates are worth noticing, Bibliography |
| The Constitution in 1985: The Search for Legitimacy | Brookfield, F.M | Professor of Law, F M Brookfield explores the legal and historical legitimacy of the constitution of New Zealand law. |
Speech, Notes |
| Definitions of Terms in Relation to Aotearoa | Brownlee, Penni | Definitions given to terms used in relation to anti racism work in Aotearoa. | Racism, Institutional racism, A Multicultural Society (capital letters) A multicultural society (small letters) A bicultural society, A monocultural society, Racist behaviour, Non racist behaviour, Anti racist behaviour |
| Correspondence between CCANZ and Minister of Internal Affairs - 1990 Commission | CCANZ | Correspondence between the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Conference of Churches in Aotearoa (CCANZ) concerning the 1990 Commission and the Treaty of Waitangi |
Cover letter and paper sent from Internal Affairs to J Armstrong of CCANZ, Letter from J Armstrong of CCANZ to Minister Bassett Internal Affairs, Letter from Minister Internal Affairs to J Armstrong |
| The Treaty only second statement of rights | Chadwick, Tony | An opinion piece response to an article by Malcolm Bailey which questioned the legitimacy of the Waitangi Tribunal. The article details the history of the Treaty of Waitangi and outlines Maori translation and understanding of the Articles. | |
| Waitangi? A resource kit | Churches' Action Committee | A series of articles, resources and references to assist Church Leaders and congregations in understanding and engaging with the Treaty of Waitangi. | How to use this kitset. What the Churches and Church Leaders have said about the Treaty of Waitangi, Studies:Session 1 The Treaty of Waitangi, Session 2 Legislation/Land Issues since the Treaty, Session 3 Pakeha Responbilibyt in 1984, An Introduction to the Debate, Our Own Backyard, The Treaty of Waitangi (R J Walker), Cover Up 1840-1983, Myths Idols and the Treaty of Waitangi, Legislation Betrays the Treaty of Waitangi, Forward - What happened at Waitangi 1983, Beyond the History, A time of Repentance and Hope: A format for worship on the Sunday nearest Waitangi Day, Biblical Study from Galatians, Resources, Order Form. |
| A CCANZ Kitset - Constitutional Reform (1st Edition) | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This CCANZ (Conference of Churches Aotearoa New Zealand) kit contains discussion and briefing papers and includes suggestions for action. The content detail is available through searching content titles in the catalogue. |
A Case for Constitutional Reform Bibliography - suggested further reading (attached below) |
| A case for Constitutional Reform | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This paper picks up the debate on electoral reform (MMP and a proposed Senate system) and explores the implication in Aotearoa. CCANZ propose that Constitutional Reform would be a preferable structural change towards tino rangatiratanga o te iwi Maori. Suggestion is made that tauiwi and church organisations raise the issue of honouring Te Tiriti as central in any proposed constructional or governance changes. |
A case for Constitutional Reform, A Tiriti Analysis of the Present System of Representation and Proportional Representation. |
| Tino Rangatiratanga - A public questions occasional paper | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This paper understands Tino Rangatiratanga as central to Maori understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi. Tino Rangatiratanga stands in contrast to kawantanga which Maori have always seen as giving limited power to the Crown. The booklet explores Government policy, legislation and the action of the Court in relation to Tino Rangatiratanga, and makes an argument for constitutional reform that places Tino Rangatiratanga and the Treaty at the heart of the matter. | Introduction, The meaning of Tino Rangatiratanga, Rangatiratanga and Kawanatanga, Tino Rangatiratanga and the Labour Government 1984-1990, Tino Rangatiratanga and the National Government 1990-1993, Tino Rangatiratanga and the Courts, Tino Rangatiratanga and the Waitangi Tribunal, Tino Rangatiratanga and Maori devolution, Tino Rangatiratanga and the Principles of the Treaty, The Need for constitutional reform, Acknowledgments, Bibliography |
| Backgrounder - Te Tino Rangatiratanga | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This briefing paper explores the breath and meaning of the expression Te Tino Rangatiratanga. |
Backgrounder - Te Tino Rangatiratanga |
| Timeline - Resource for Constitutional Reform | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | Starting in 1835 with the Declaration of Independence through to the 1990 Runanga call to boycott elections, this timeline highlights notable events related to constitutional issues in Aotearoa. |
Timeline, Date, Event, Notes |
| A Church Leaders' Statement for 1990 - 150 years after the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This statement signed by the Conference of Churches Aotearoa New Zealand leadership, sets out ways that the 150 year anniversary year since the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi can be a time for the Church to examine and learn from the past and renew its commitment to justice under the Treaty. |
150 years after the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, What we see and hope for in the future, Signature |
| Justice before Celebration - Ideas and information for today's discussion of 1990 and the Treaty | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This background paper aims to assist the Church community to consider and discuss the Treaty. There are four articles which address common myths and misconceptions. The conclusion of the paper includes that before a real celebration of the Treaty can occur, restitution and Pakeha commitment and responsibly must be shown. |
The "One New Zealand" Myth, Power and Politics, Fears and Myths, Change Enablers |
| Constitutional/Electoral Reform - What's the difference? Is it important? | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | This teaching resource is designed to lead groups through a series of sessions for understanding the Treaty and engaging with the issue of constitutional reform. There are three different designs aimed at differing lengths of time and group structures. Supporting material is included. |
Comments on the contents and the suggested process,Working with a group - options a,b,c, Te Tiriti o Waitangi,Closing address by Ngai Tahu Claimants, "The Right to Learn", |
| Constitutional/Electoral Reform - What's the difference? Is it important? - Flyer | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | Flyer includes a short background on the work of CCANZ for Treaty and Social Justice, it includes an order form to be sent supporting materials (the CCANZ Kit) | |
| Maori Representation in Parliament - Waitangi Tribunal | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | A time line format noting Maori representation between 1840 and 1986. | |
| The Hirangi Hui: A Portion of the Report | Conference of Churches in Aotearoa New Zealand | Reports the alternative proposals generated at a Hui at Hirangi Marae to the Crowns proposed Settlement of Treaty Claims. | Constitutional Change, A Treaty Based Constitution, The Development of a Constitution for New Zealand. |