MEA's Kaye-Maree Heads to SXSW 2025 Global Stage!
I'm excited to be heading to Austin, Texas, as a speaker and guest of First Nations House//First Nations X at SXSW 2025, one of the world's biggest intersections of creativity, technology, and Indigenous innovation!
I'll be joining an incredible panel of global leaders to explore strategies for empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs. We'll dive into:
- How cultural knowledge drives innovation,
- How strategic partnerships unlock new opportunities, and
- How targeted investments fuel sustainable business growth
Alongside experts in business and venture capital, we’ll share insights on how to build a more inclusive and prosperous economy through thoughtful investment.
A huge thank you to Jahna Cedar, Jaynaya Winmar, and Paula Taylor for the invitation. It’s an honour to be part of this kaupapa. 🤎
I’m also excited to introduce our new podcast series, "MEA nei te kōrero", where we dive deep into Indigenous innovation. Our first season will explore genomics and precision medicine, a critical conversation for our communities.
Follow along and stay connected!
🔗 First Nations House // First Nation X
🔗 MEA
Innovating Together: MEA & FactR Partner for Indigenous Tech Empowerment
MEA is excited to announce a new partnership with FactR, a Canada-based organisation dedicated to innovative technology and data-driven solutions. This collaboration was initiated following the recent Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) Delegation which took place in Auckland, late August last year, with support from the Consulate and Trade Office of Canada.
This partnership is built on a shared commitment to empowering Māori communities through advanced AI, machine learning, and Indigenous data sovereignty. By combining MEA’s deep expertise in Māori and community development with FactR’s technological capabilities, we aim to:
- Enhance digital literacy and inclusion
- Promote Indigenous data sovereignty
- Support iwi and Māori organisations in sustainable development and resource management
Together, MEA and FactR will co-design initiatives that center Indigenous values, ensuring that technology serves not only as a tool but as a vehicle for self-determination and growth.
We look forward to the opportunities this partnership will bring for whānau, hapū, and iwi across Aotearoa. To learn more or get involved, reach out to us at kaiwhakahaere@mea.nz.
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