Post by Kiwi Frontline on Feb 7, 2021 18:57:27 GMT 12
FICTION vs FACT
FICTION: That Maori are under-represented on local councils.
FACT: The 2019 data is that Maori make up 13.5% of all elected local body officials. The 2018 census had Maori as 13.7% of the adult population. There is no under-representation. In Parliament, Maori are over-represented.
FICTION That Maori are not able to have their voice heard on council matters.
FACT: Most councils already ensure Maori have a voice around the council table via standing committees, where half of the members appointed by local iwi. Those iwi members have full voting rights and the same status as councillors.
Via Democracy Northland (Facebook)
FICTION: That Maori are under-represented on local councils.
FACT: The 2019 data is that Maori make up 13.5% of all elected local body officials. The 2018 census had Maori as 13.7% of the adult population. There is no under-representation. In Parliament, Maori are over-represented.
FICTION That Maori are not able to have their voice heard on council matters.
FACT: Most councils already ensure Maori have a voice around the council table via standing committees, where half of the members appointed by local iwi. Those iwi members have full voting rights and the same status as councillors.
Via Democracy Northland (Facebook)