Elizabeth Kerekere is one of New Zealand’s newest MPs — but she’s also one of the country’s most diverse. She is of Māori descent and is also a takatāpui, a Māori term for those who identify with diverse sexes, genders and sexualities.
Dr Kerekere said it was vital that “people have the opportunity to take part in the decisions that affect their lives”, and she wanted to make sure decisions are viewed through a Māori and rainbow lens.