Expressing your culture to support a cause

Known as a ‘war challenge’ or ‘war cry’ in Māori culture, the haka was traditionally performed by men before going to war. The aggressive facial expressions were meant to scare the opponents, while the cry itself was to lift their own morale and call on God for help to win. Here it is used in a protest in 2022 and it is a very powerful tool.

Culture Quotes

It is possible that the next Buddha will not take the form of an individual.

The next Buddha may take the form of a community, a community practicing

understanding and loving kindness, a community practicing mindful living.

– Thich Nhat Hanh

 

Ultimately, America’s answer to the intolerant man is diversity.

– Robert Kennedy