Why New Zealand is Not an Equal Country
- Many people call New Zealand their home no matter what background. people feel that new Zealand has given them a new opportunity to adjust and fit in how ever. it is rare to see someone say this without that extra ‘but’ …
- Despite being born and raised in New Zealand. If you originally come from a different culture/ look differently/ dress differently you will always get a double glance and be judged. This small action removes any sense of equality in NZ
-New Zealand has addressed a well balance regarding involving indigenous culture within the current society however it has its perks. Subtle racism is an issue i feel in terms of working, often the target is getting a ‘white person’ to be front of the house for better looks etc which in respect is racist. Small actions as such
- “The fact that Maori are so underprivileged, compared to most other people in New Zealand, is an economic issue, an issue of resources.”
- “In saying this, Maori are not the only ethnic group who have experienced forms of discrimination. Immigrants from many countries have chosen to settle and contribute to New Zealand’s society. However, it was only in the 1970s and 1980s that our immigration policy stopped favouring European descendants and began accepting immigrants on the basis of skills, financial assets and family relationships”
- “Contemporary research on racial equality indicates there are still significant ethnic imbalances. Maori, as mentioned, continue to be disadvantaged and discriminated against alongside other ethnic groups (Chinese, Korean, African, and Indian). Importantly, it has been shown that perceived discrimination can lead to negative effects such as stress, poor self and group esteem, impaired health and anti-social behaviours.”
- "As New Zealanders, if we aim to achieve a successful bicultural and multicultural national identity, we need to reassess our perspectives.”
- “Secondly, as New Zealanders we need to appreciate and respect other immigrants and encourage their integration into New Zealand. We can do this by nurturing their participation in our society and accepting the maintenance of their own heritage cultures.”
- ”If we follow these considerations, we will be working towards what is termed a “super-ordinate National Identity” where, regardless of your ethnic background, you can still consider yourself part of New Zealand its cultural identity. This will lead to increased harmonious ethnic relations and a more tolerant society.”
http://www.victoria.ac.nz/cacr/about-us/diversity-issues/is-new-zealand-an-equal-society
- “The study was based on the postal survey of 302 New Zealanders drawn from the electoral rolls. The results also showed that 44% of the respondents believed that Muslim immigrants increase the threat of terrorism in this country and 44% said that they would not want a mosque in their neighbourhood”
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