Over 1000 Schools Commit to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

More than 1000 schools in New Zealand have publicly committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi, despite the government’s removal of Treaty obligations from the Education and Training Act. As of November 21, 1007 schools have joined Te Rārangi Rangatira, a list of commitments by various educational boards and associations. Lawyer Tania Waikato, who is compiling these statements, emphasizes the strong resistance to the government’s actions aimed at diminishing the Treaty’s significance in education. This collective support underscores a commitment to maintaining a connection to Te Tiriti.

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