Aotearoa (New Zealand) Land Back Movement

The Aotearoa (New Zealand) Land Back Movement advocates for returning traditionally owned Māori land and sovereignty from the government and private owners. Rooted in historical injustices of colonization and land dispossession, it seeks to recognize Māori rights, restore control over their ancestral lands, and address ongoing inequalities. The movement emphasizes partnership, respect for Māori culture, and the importance of mana whenua (customary authority over land). It aims to shift land ownership and governance to better reflect Māori whakapapa (ancestry) and aspirations, fostering greater equity, identity, and self-determination within New Zealand society.