Taimana Iversen-Reeder
Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Asia, Global Internship in Bangkok
Introduction
Kia ora,
Ko Mauao tōku maunga
Ko Mātaatua tōku waka
Ko Waitoa tōku awa
Ko Tahuwhakatiki tōku marae
Ko Ngā Potiki tōku hapū
Ko Ngāi te Rangi tōku iwi
Ko Ngongotaha tōku maunga
Ko Te Arawa tōku waka
Ko utuhina tōku awa
Ko Paratehoata tōku marae
Ko Ngāti Tunohopu tōku hapū
Ko Ngāti Whakaue tōku iwi
Ko Taimana Iversen tōku ingoa.
I have just finished a Masters of Indigenous Studies, which followed on from a Bachelor of Arts in History and
Māori Studies.
I am looking forward to sharing my culture with the people I meet in Thailand and gaining knowledge about their culture as well.
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Khao soi > KFC
Last weekend, I had the pleasure of visiting Chiang Mai, Thailand, and it was an unforgettable experience. One of the highlights of my trip was visiting an elephant sanctuary. It was a beautiful and humbling experience to be able to interact with these gentle giants up close. The sanctuary was well-maintained, and the elephants looked…Continue…
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Marvel and Football Run the World
Kids wear Marvel clothes. Adults wear football shirts. Arsenal and Liverpool are the most popular teams here in Thailand; their shirts are everywhere. The presence of Marvel is also seen here; kids tend to love Spider-Man and Captain America. Being here reinforced to me how big and popular these brands are. They’re seen on billboards…Continue…