Bicultural Ethos

Aotearoa New Zealand – A country with more than one culture

International students coming to New Zealand will quickly notice that there is more than one ‘official’ culture: New Zealand as a nation was founded when two groups – Māori and (British) Pākehā – entered a contractual partnership by signing the Treaty of Waitangi. This has led to the existence of two distinct cultures in New Zealand and to an official policy of biculturalism. Learn about the bicultural experience in and history of New Zealand as a nation. Learn also specifically about Māori philosophy, culture, and values.