Victoria University of Wellington MAI ki Poneke A network of Maori and Indigenous Post-graduate students

Our stories

MAI members come from many walks of life. We all have unique experiences that have brought us to PhD study. We've compiled some of our stories. We hope they provide inspiration. We hope they make you feel you are not alone.

As Te Taite says:

"Within the whānau of Mai ki Poneke, prevails variables of age, gender, life experiences, intelligence, potentialities, hopes, aspirations and dreams..."

Our stories...

Why do a PhD?
A good question... Find out more about why you might want to do a PhD. Also a few reasons why not to. Find out more...