The Future of Humans as Social Beings in the Face of Rapid Change
Working independently as a composer, researcher and advisor is my thing. After working in a number of institutions (Te Wānanga-o-Raukawa, University of Auckland, Te Papa) I now work independently and am grateful that I am able to do so. I love the freedom of being myself in my work and not being constrained by structures and constraints around me. I am free to think deeply about Mātauranga Māori, for example, and seek advances for it on its own terms. Being independent does mean taking a risk and being comfortable with uncertain income levels. However, I love being independent, working for myself and the freedom it provides. Having said that, however, I do maintain a part time role as an advisor at Koi Tū: The Centre for Informed Futures at the University of Auckland - and I maintain this role for three reasons: First, as its name suggests, the Centre is dedicated to thinking about the future. It is a place where productive discussions and debates about significant issues can take pla