Bridging Modern Science and Ancient Traditions
DIALOGUE
Indigenous knowledge, handed down through generations, articulates one’s worldview and overall being. For the Māori of New Zealand, this is called mātauranga: a unique body of knowledge from a Māori worldview, which incorporates Māori traditional knowledge, language, practices, and culture.
And now, within New Zealand, mātauranga is being recognized as a core component across all science sectors, including Western priorities surrounding environmental, health, social, and economic impact. This co…
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