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A note from us....
Finding our voice for a better world
It's been a very interesting past few weeks around the world and here in Aotearoa. Recent events compelling the #BlackLivesMatter community in the US to exclaim what's no longer acceptable, to clamour for an overhaul of a reality they've quietly accepted till now. Families in Aotearoa bellowing the injustices of an absurd housing situation. Disenfranchised communities on all sides of the #Brexit conversation making their stories known. Communities rising up to tell their side of the story; to share their vision of what needs to change, so we can all be better.
It's a very interesting time to be alive right now – diverse voices who have experienced several lifetimes of oppression are finally getting their stories out, telling their version of what a better world means for them, and for everyone.
As we continue to collaborate with incredible communities, organisations and individuals, and as we feel the pulse of our world with its different constituents emerging from silence, we are perpetually reminded that it is through people's stories of what's unwanted, what hasn't worked or what no longer works that the first seeds of a new, better way of doing things can emerge.
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Here's a sneak peek of 'Charlie', who is part of an initiative we're launching soon to get more people involved on the Teach First NZ programme. Teach First NZ ultimately aims to help disadvantaged kiwi kids improve their education outcomes, while moulding new graduates to become inspirational leaders in our wider society. Currently, 305,000 kiwi kids right now are living in poverty and starting school with all the odds stacked against them. If you or someone you know would like to use your degree to make a difference, click here »
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Common Ground is a place of support for parents, whÄnau and friends of young people going through hard times. In this refreshed version of the site, we're providing new avenues for people to tell their stories and seek the answers they need. The new Ask for Advice section connects people with a panel of experts who collectively have the knowledge, experience and thirst for life to provide potent guidance for concerns big or small. View the new Common Ground here »
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Finally, Jade and Eddy are asking the bigger questions in and around design and impact, so they're opening the conversation to other social design agencies in the US and Canada, as part of their North American trip later this year. We envision learnings from these exchanges would ultimately contribute to our social design landscape here in Aotearoa. Read Jade's open call for conversation and collaboration here »
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And that's it for this month's edition! Stay engaged, tell your story, stay awesome.
Meghan Geliza
(and the Curative Crew)
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Helen Clark's sharp response
Short and sweet, Helen Clark makes it known why she should be the next UN Secretary General, after being questioned by a reporter in relation to the geographic scale of New Zealand.
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Global Goals #WhatIReallyReallyWant
In 2015 world leaders promised to put girls and women first to end poverty and tackle inequalities. Girls and women are disproportionately affected by these challenges. 2016 is our chance to use our collective power and tell world leaders what we really really want for girls and women.
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Teacher's clever lesson on bullying
Rosie Dutton used two apples to demonstrate to her class the damaging impact of school bullies, in a lesson that has gone viral. "The tongue has no bones, but is strong enough to break a heart, she wrote. "So be careful with your words."
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CreativeMornings/OAK: The privilege of Failing
In a provocative discussion of equal representation in media & film, Esther sheds light onto the values of a diverse culture within tech and creative companies, for a better society.
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Dinner with a Difference: Mindful Leadership
20 July, 5.30pm | Sir Paul Reeves Building (WG)
Governor Fitzroy Place AUT University
There is a Mindful Revolution going on across the globe – it is the science of finding focus and clarity in a stressed-out, multitasking world. Join us for an evening of Mindful Leadership. This is a night to explore - in an interactive, experiential and mindful way - how mindfulness is a key component for any leader’s toolbox, and why Mindful Leadership is critical in addressing major issues facing our companies, communities and the planet.
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Professionelle – Self Insight: The "Secret Sauce"
for Career Success
25 July, 5pm | AUT University, Building WG, Room WG308
How important is self-insight for a successful career? Here’s an opportunity for you to hear from two inspirational women leaders. Vic Crone, former managing director of XERO and now an Auckland mayoral candidate and Marisa Fong, a serial entrepreneur, Professionelle’s Chair and one of our Curative heroes will share their stories, insights, learnings and the mistakes they’ve made along the way.
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CreativeMornings/AKL
29 July 8am | GridAKL 132 Halsey Street
Every month, the Curative crew & other awesome creative volunteers wake up extra early to host CreativeMornings! This month's global theme is: LOVE, with speaker Sarah Lancaster. Make sure you get in early to avoid missing out (Registrations open Monday, 25 July @ 11am sharp).
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TEDxRuakura 2016: Morphosis
30 July, 10am | Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts, Gate 2B, Knighton Rd, University of Waikato, Hamilton
Kelly Ann McKercher from our innovate change whanau is speaking at TEDxRuakura 2016: Morphosis. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organised events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
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Semi-Permanent AKL 2016
12-13 August, 9.30am | Aotea Centre
This year’s two-day symposium is filled with visionaries and challengers from international interactive and design studios and more. It’s orbited by thought-provoking satellite events, including panels, discussions, networking and parties. We invite not only designers and creatives, but creators, doers and disrupters from across all business disciplines. From live events to print and digital content, Semi Permanent Auckland 2016 will inspire and enable creative people with fresh design thinking.
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A final note...
If you care, share.
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We love to share what's going on in our community. And if you like receiving The Curio each month, why not pay it forward by sharing it with someone else? Or if you're keen to chat with us about anything that caught your eye, we'd love to hear from you!
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