Rachel Harrison lives in Pōneke Wellington and works with organisations and communities across Aotearoa to help prevent sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence and child abuse. Rachel believes that harassment, violence and abuse are preventable and that the best solutions are tailored to each specific community and workplace, making use of their strengths and minimising specific risk factors.
The Ōtautahi-born artist (Waikato-Tainui, Ngāti Tīpa) is at the forefront of a new generation of young creatives in Aotearoa, who are determined to smash through the glass ceiling. When Theia is not releasing edgy, alt-pop bangers and challenging social injustices, she’s releasing exquisite angelic waiata that pay tribute to her tūpuna wāhine as part of her reo rangatira project, TE KAAHU.
Shepherds Reign are a Polynesian Metal band from South Auckland. They have created a unique sound by integrating Polynesian culture and language with metal and rock influences. Currently they are sharing their music with Australian audiences as special guests of the rock and metal band Devilskin in their Australian tour.
Alan is the Outward Sound and International Manager for the New Zealand Music Commission. The International office undertakes projects and partnerships aimed at exporting NZ music and assisting music businesses in working internationally – including the Outward Sound international music market development grants programme.
