316 NZ researchers surveyed: 56% non-Māori support equal valuation of matauranga Māori with Western science, particularly among women (75% vs. 44% men).

A recent survey of 316 New Zealand researchers reveals a strong support for integrating Māori indigenous knowledge (matauranga Māori) with Western science, driven by the 2007 Vision Mātauranga policy. While 56% of non-Māori researchers believe matauranga Māori should be valued equally to Western science, a gender divide exists: 75% of women vs. 44% of men support this view. This collaboration is crucial for innovation, particularly in high-tech fields.

October 28, 2024
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