The Memory Waka

The Memory Waka Research Group initiates and supports projects concerned with memory including publishing the Memory Connection online journal — memoryconnection.org

As a means of conveyance a waka is a Maori canoe. Waka has other meanings such as a receptacle or a chief's carved treasure box (waka huia) containing valuable possessions including prized feathers. Waka also refers to a body of people such as a kinship group. Metaphorically, the waka is a vessel of humanity, ideas, and culture. It is also (literally) a means of travel for people allied in a common cause (paddling in the same direction!).

Contact: Kingsley Baird at k.w.baird@massey.ac.nz