Key UC Contact
Alyce Lysaght, agmlysaght@gmail.com, +64 279 643 033
What We Did
The Māori in engineering podcast series aims to create an accessible space for inspiration, learning and tautoko. The platform is an important space for all of us to be a part of as we shift towards a future where Māori voices and values are intertwined across the engineering landscape in Aotearoa. Each podcast I share kōrero with leading Māori in the engineering world to discuss their stories. The podcast episodes delve into their own triumphs and tribulations as Māori in the engineering world.
Who Was Involved
So far, the podcasts have featured both students and professionals including Troy Brockbank, John Blyth, Teresa Poli, Jamie Pye, David Rei Miller and Luke August. Honor Columbus was also a huge support and source of inspiration. The aim is to engage with an audience at all levels from secondary student to working professionals.
Why It Matters
Our tīpuna were inherent and innovative engineers. And yet today, Māori are underrepresented across the engineering industry. Despite being aware of this, it can be difficult to know where to go to learn more about the issue and how we can help bridge this gap. For engineering students, it can be difficult to see how the values of te Ao Māori can be integrated into the industry. Similarly, for Māori students it can be difficult to find an avenue to see themselves reflected within the engineering industry. The podcast is a space for anyone. There has been an overwhelmingly positive response from tauiwi (non-māori) who may be too whakamā to ask in person about how to navigate this space.
After 5 months of releasing the podcast, episodes reach up to 500 listeners around the world including New Zealand, Australia, America and the United Kingdom.
Learn More
- Instagram - @maori_in_engineering.pod
- http://www.maori-in-engineering.com/
- Māori in Engineering | Podcast on Spotify
