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Sunday, 25 April 2021, 5:25 am
Aotearoa
chart-toppers Tomorrow People pause their
#FirstFridays campaign to address an important topic
prevalent in today’s society. After teaming up with
Wellington-based director
Brandon Te
Moananui
(The Maori Sidesteps, Under The
Korowai), they discovered that nearly 80% of Maori
soldiers had experienced symptoms of PTSD, with only 10%
seeking support for mental health issues. For the most part,
the majority struggled to integrate back into society
affecting their employment opportunities and personal
relationships.
Tomorrow People felt compelled to bring
awareness through their music and video. “
Õku
Rā” its their 4th Maori language song and it
talks about a healthy relationship breaking down since