International Indigenous Research Conference - Kei tua o te pae | Beyond the horizon
About event organiser
Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga (NPM) is New Zealand's Māori Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) funded by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and hosted by The University of Auckland.
Event information
About the event
For more information and to register, see the conference page.
Submissions are open, closing 10 July 2026. See the Submission Information page here.
From the conference page:
Join us as we look beyond the horizon toward a future that supports wellbeing, self‑determination, and flourishing Indigenous communities, while offering knowledge, leadership and hope for generations to come.
The conference theme is Kei tua o te pae | Beyond the Horizon.
This theme challenges researchers to ensure their work goes beyond insight and contributes to enduring, Indigenous-led impact. Conference presentations and activities will support wellbeing, self-determination, and flourishing futures.
The four sub-theme are:
- Pae Ahurei - Living Uniquely
- Pae Ora - Living Well
- Pae Tawhiti - Living Lightly
- Pae Auaha - Living Smartly
For all queries, contact the organiser: iirc@auckland.ac.nz
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