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SUMMARY:University Lecture Series : Rainbow Research  in collaboration with Tauranga  Moana Rainbow Collective
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Tauranga Moana Pride month the University of Waikato is offering a special public lecture. Listen to five University of Waikato academics discuss their latest research with\, for and about rainbow communities. \n10 minute talks by five researchers: \nRegulating Online Harm: Protecting Rainbow Voices in Digital Spaces \nPresenter: Dr Rachel Tan \nDescription: This talk draws on my research into the regulation of online harm\, with a focus on how digital platforms can both amplify and suppress rainbow voices. It explores the challenges of addressing harmful content\, including hate speech\, while maintaining space for participation\, identity\, and community. The discussion considers how legal and regulatory frameworks can better protect rainbow communities and support safer\, more inclusive online environments. \nBio: Rachel Tan is a Lecturer at Te Piringa Faculty of Law\, University of Waikato\, Tauranga Campus. Her research focuses on cyber law\, online safety\, and the regulation of harmful content\, with a particular interest in how law can protect vulnerable communities in digital spaces. \n(How) does Aotearoa protect intersex human rights? \nPresenter: Professor Katrina Roen \nDescription: Aotearoa New Zealand is a signatory of international treaties through which we promise to protect human rights. This presentation focuses on research into attempts to ensure that intersex rights are protected. \nBio: Katrina Roen is a Professor of Sociology at University of Waikato. Katrina’s academic work addresses questions about queer well-being. Some of the topics Katrina has researched include youth self-harm\, trans healthcare\, and intersex well-being. \nRestoring Embodied Personhood: Toward Intersex Well-being \nPresenter: Dr Rogena Sterling \nDescription: In the shift from embodied understandings of sex to identity-based frameworks\, key dimensions of personhood have been lost or distorted\, with significant impacts on intersex lives. The imposition of identity frameworks onto intersex personhood obscures embodied\, relational realities. Drawing on non-Western relational worldviews\, this presentation offers a vision of restoration grounded in body\, ancestry\, community\, and land—upholding intersex dignity within a human rights framework. \nBio: Dr Rogena Sterling is a leading intersex scholar and the first openly intersex person in Aotearoa New Zealand to receive a PhD and first to get a LLB (degree in Law). Their work centres embodied personhood and understands personal and community life as co-dependent\, upholding human rights by advancing frameworks that support flourishing. \nHow collage creates space for storytelling \nPresenter: Firdhan Wijaya \nDescription: My talk explores my engagement with diverse queer communities in Indonesia through collage-making as a creative and participatory method. I reflect on how sharing personal stories can be challenging\, especially when they involve vulnerability\, silence\, or risk. Through collage\, I observe that participants are able to express their experiences in ways that feel safer\, more flexible\, and deeply meaningful and caring. \nBio: Firdhan Wijaya is a PhD student at the University of Waikato. His doctoral research focuses on the intersection of queer/trans studies and environmental studies\, particularly on how Indigenous trans* communities in eastern Indonesia respond to the global climate crisis. He is also actively participating and supporting Indonesian queer communities through facilitating art and educational workshops. \nThe importance of home and belonging for Rainbow Elders in Tauranga Moana and Thames-Coromandel \nPresenter: Professor Lynda Johnston \nDescription: I report on current research with 30 LGBTQIA+ participants (aged 60 – 85) living in Tauranga Moana and Thames-Coromandel to highlight the importance of home and feelings of (not)belonging. \nBio: Lynda Johnston is a Professor of Geography at the University of Waikato\, Tauranga campus and was the founding member and co-chair of Hamilton Pride (2007 – 2015). \nPLEASE REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE HERE\nand present your eticket at the door.   \nWhen: Tuesday 21st April 2026\nDoors open 6pm. Lecture starts 6.30pm.\nWhere: The University of Waikato\, Tauranga\, Durham St\, Tauranga. The Spring St parking building is open 24 hours.\nCost: Free
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/university-lecture-series/
LOCATION:University of Waikato – Tauranga Campus 101 Durham Street Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Eco-Friendly,Environment,Scientific World,Talks
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SUMMARY:ChatGPT\, Weka & Waikato Uni AI Institute - Public Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Embark on an enthralling journey through the world of artificial intelligence\, featuring the groundbreaking work of ChatGPT\, Weka and the University of Waikato ArtificiaI Intelligence Institute. This talk will showcase the innovative contributions of these AI powerhouses in shaping the future of technology and improving lives worldwide. Be captivated as we explore their cutting-edge advancements and learn how these trailblazers are redefining the AI landscape. \nProfessor Albert Bifet previously worked at Huawei Noah’s Ark Lab in Hong Kong\, Yahoo Labs in Barcelona\, and UPC BarcelonaTech. He is the co-author of a book on Machine Learning from Data Streams published at MIT Press. He is one of the leaders of MOA\, scikit-multiflow and Apache SAMOA software environments for implementing algorithms and running experiments for online learning from evolving data streams. He served as Co-Chair of the Industrial track of IEEE MDM (2016)\, ECML PKDD (2015)\, KDD BigMine (2012-2019)\, and ACM SAC Data Streams Track (2012-2021). \nWhen: Monday 7th August 2023. Doors open 5.30pm. Lecture starts 6.00pm. \nWhere: The University of Waikato\, Tauranga\, Durham St\, Tauranga\nParking: The Spring St parking building is open 24 hours. \nThe Tauranga Public Lecture Series is a free community event and open to the public to attend.  Registration is essential.  PLEASE REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE HERE and present your eticket at the door.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/chatgpt-weka-waikato-uni-ai-institute-public-lecture-series/
LOCATION:University of Waikato – Tauranga Campus 101 Durham Street Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Talks,Technology
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SUMMARY:Money\, Politics & Inequality: Is NZ democracy broken ?
DESCRIPTION:Mackenzie Elvin Public Lecture \nNew Zealanders like to think their democratic system is one of the least corrupt in the world. But the system has a massive blind spot when it comes to political finance and inequality. Wealth has become increasingly concentrated in New Zealand since the 1980s – yet there are no meaningful curbs on political donations\, allowing major imbalances in access to politicians and influence over decisions. Meanwhile there are growing concerns about foreign interference in New Zealand elections. \nIn this public lecture hosted and brought to Tauranga by Mackenzie Elvin Law\, Auckland University’s Timothy Kuhner and Victoria University’s Max Rashbrooke will discuss their research into economic inequality and its threat to both democracy and the wider functioning of our society. This election-week lecture is set amidst multiple SFO investigations into political financing in New Zealand\, affecting both major parties and New Zealand First. Meanwhile the continuing revelations by Professor Anne-Marie Brady of Canterbury University and others have raised concerns about the influence of the Communist Party of China and other foreign actors on our democratic system. \nTim’s work explores the nexus between rising inequality and political corruption. “When it comes to combating the undue influence of concentrated wealth over law and policy\,” he says\, “New Zealand’s electoral and parliamentary framework does not reflect a love of fairness. It reflects\, rather\, a love of inequality. And the laws and policies produced within this framework are likely to prioritise the private interest over the public good.” He adds: “I have reason to believe that New Zealand’s reputation for being corruption-free and its sense of wellbeing don’t fully align with reality.” \nMax has written extensively about inequality and the need for democratic renewal in New Zealand. His recent Guardian article\, ‘New Zealand’s Astounding Wealth Gap Challenges our “Fair Go” Identity’\, attracted widespread media attention while showing that the wealthiest 10% of the country has 60% of all assets. “Such findings are challenging to New Zealand’s self-identity\,” he writes. “The country’s egalitarian image was once memorably described by the historian Melanie Nolan as ‘a rich amalgam of truth and myth’. These new wealth figures suggest that the latter increasingly predominates.” Max is also the editor of the key work Inequality: A New Zealand Crisis. \nTogether\, Tim and Max will explain the issues and offer ideas for renewing our democracy and making the “good society” that we claim as our “Kiwi way” more reality than myth. \nCopies of books by Tim and Max will be available for purchase after the lecture cincluding Tim’s just released book:\nTyranny of Greed: Trump\, Corruption and the Revolution to Come\npublished by Stanford University Press \nDate:  Tuesday 13th October\, 2020\nTime:  5:30pm to 7:00pm (Lecture will start at 5:30pm with time for questions to 7:00pm)\nVenue:  Wharekauhau Lecture Theatre\, Level 2\, University of Waikato\, Tauranga Campus\, Durham Street\, Tauranga \nPresenters:  Dr Timothy Kuhner – Associate Professor of Law\, Auckland University and Max Rashbrooke – 2020 J. D. Stout Fellow\, Victoria University \nAdmission:  Free \nFor more information and to Register:\nGo to www.businessaxis.nz/mackenzieelvinpubliclecture
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/money-politics-inequality-is-nz-democracy-broken/
LOCATION:University of Waikato – Tauranga Campus 101 Durham Street Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Finance,Free,Legal,Talks
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SUMMARY:Religious Diversity & Anti-Discrimination Workshops
DESCRIPTION:The Religious Diversity Centre\, Tauranga Moana Interfaith Council\, University of Waikato and Welcoming Communities are bringing ‘Religious Diversity and Anti-Discrimination’ workshops to Tauranga. \nDate: Friday 13th March OR Saturday 14th March\nTime: 10am – 4pm\nVenue: University of Waikato\, Tauranga Campus\, Durham Street\nCost: $20 per person (include morning and afternoon tea\, bring your own lunch) \nJoin internationally accredited trainers for these unique workshops to support building cohesion in a diverse society. \nParticipants will gain skills for creating inclusive environments in our religiously diverse workplaces and communities. \nTopics include: Identity\, cultural awareness\, examining and confronting issues. \nSee attached flyer for more information. \nOnly 25 spaces available per workshop – please choose from either date. \nTo register: email your interest to participate at commdev.admin@tauranga.govt.nz by 25th February.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/religious-diversity-anti-discrimination-workshops/
LOCATION:University of Waikato – Tauranga Campus 101 Durham Street Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Community Groups,Lifestyles,Staffing
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SUMMARY:Urban Te Papa – The Evolution Opportunity of Tauranga CBD - Festival of Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Great cities have vibrant city centres – how can we create a vibrant\, safe and successful city for people to live\, work\, play and learn?\n\n\nNew Zealand’s urban centres are facing unprecedented pressure from strong population growth\, changing preferences\, and aging population. Tauranga is a prime example of this\, having grown from a small costal town into New Zealand’s 5th largest city in the last half century. Despite its growth\, Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s smallest local authorities in terms of land area which reinforces the need to use the land and resources available to us carefully. \nGreat cities have vibrant city centres – how can we create a vibrant\, safe and successful city for people to live\, work\, play and learn? And how can we recognise the importance of environmental\, cultural and heritage values in urban development? \nJoin the NZ Institute of Architects and our partners as we explore urban growth strategies and placemaking in our Urban Te Papa with an urban designer\, architect\, Tauranga City Council\, iwi and economic development specialist. \nRegistrations Essential\nRegister here now \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/urban-te-papa-the-evolution-opportunity-of-tauranga-cbd-festival-of-architecture/
LOCATION:University of Waikato – Tauranga Campus 101 Durham Street Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Urbanisation
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