2025 May 01 12:00 PM to 2025 Jun 05 1:00 PM
This webinar series is targeted towards early-career researchers and PhD candidates wanting to use social media for greater research impact.
We have chosen five highly successful social media influencers who will share the key elements to their success.
Hosted by Associate Professor Awanui Te Huia, the series will take place during the month of May and June, 2025.
Week One: Luke Fitzmaurice-Brown Thursday Social Media Use and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Thursday 1st May, 12 -1pm
Week Two : Eru Kapa-Kingi Using Social Media as a Tool for Promoting Social Justice
Thursday 15 May, 12-1pm
Week Three: Te Amohaere Ngata-Aerengamate Māori, Kina, and Climate Change – Communicating Complex Kaupapa Through Storytelling
Thursday 22 May, 12-1pm Mātauranga
Week Four: Rangi Mātaamua Matariki – The Creation of a Public Holiday and Social Media.
Thursday 29 May, 12-1pm
Week Five : Riana Te Ngahue Understanding Your Audience & Platform – Who Are You Talking To?
Thursday 5th June,12-1pm
He Kōrero | Our Stories
Natalie Netzler is investigating the anti-viral properties of Samoan plants and is interested in researching the anti-viral properties of rongoā, in partnership with Māori practitioners.
Neuroscientist Nicole Edwards is establishing her own lab at the University of Auckland and is eager to tautoko students interested in a career in brain research.
AUT senior lecturer Deborah Heke encourages wāhine Māori to cherish their connection with te taiao.