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A place where Indigenous storytellers, content creators, and media professionals from around the world come together to share their passion, knowledge, and expertise. Our conference is more than just an event; it's a platform for creative minds to collaborate and be inspired.
We believe that Indigenous voices and stories matter, and that's why our conference is designed to provide a platform for content creators to share their work and stories, as well as develop new skills and strategies for creating content that is both innovative and impactful.
At our conference, we strive to foster a sense of community and collaboration among Indigenous content creators. We believe that by working together, we can create content that is truly representative of our diverse cultures and communities.
This conference celebrates the past, present, and future of Indigenous storytelling and content creation. We honor the trailblazers who have paved the way for us, celebrate the achievements of today, and look forward to the future of Indigenous storytelling and media. Join us on this exciting journey of discovery, creativity, and collaboration.
Join us in 2025
Join the World Indigenous Television Broadcasters Network conference in Taiwan.
Limited tickets are available. For all media requests to cover this event, please contact communications@whakaatamaori.co.nz.
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Hawaikirangi Conference 2024
A place where Indigenous storytellers, content creators and media professionals from around the world come together to share their passion, knowledge and expertise. The conference was more than just an event; it was a platform for creative minds to collaborate and be inspired.
Indigenous voices and stories matter and that's why the conference was designed to provide a platform for content creators to share their work and stories, as well as develop new skills and strategies for creating content that is both innovative and impactful.
To strive and foster a sense of community and collaboration among Indigenous content creators by working together to create content that is truly representative of the diverse cultures and communities.
The Hawaikirangi conference celebrated the past, present, and future of Indigenous storytelling and content creation. Honouring the trailblazers who paved the way, celebrated the achievements of today and looked forward to the future of Indigenous storytelling and media.
Past WITBN conferences
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2024 Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand (Whakaata Māori)
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2022 Uluru, Australia. NITV (National Indigenous Television)
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2016 Sydney, Australia. NITV (National Indigenous Television)
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2014 Winnipeg, Canada. APTN (Aboriginal Peoples Television Network)
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2012 in Guovdageaidnu, Sámiland, Norway. NRK (NRK Sápmi)
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2010 Taitung, Taiwan TITV (Taiwan Indigenous Television)
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2008 in Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand. (Maori Television now known as Whakaata Māori)
WIBN Taiwan Conference 2025 Event Summary
From 12–19 August 2025, the World Indigenous Broadcasting Network (WIBN) gathered in Taiwan for an unforgettable conference hosted by Taiwan Indigenous Television (TITV).
The week-long event brought together Indigenous storytellers, media professionals and cultural leaders from around the world to exchange ideas, celebrate diversity and strengthen global connections. Attendees shared insights on media innovation and cultural preservation, joined workshops and panels on storytelling and language revitalisation, and experienced powerful cultural performances that highlighted the richness of Taiwan’s Indigenous communities.
This year’s conference reaffirmed WIBN’s mission to honour worldviews, amplify voices and inspire the next generation of Indigenous creators.
📸 Explore the gallery below to relive some of the key moments from Taiwan 2025.
Past Conference
Hawaikirangi and Hui Taumata
Hawaikirangi and Hui Taumata held on the 10-12 March 2024, in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand, united Indigenous storytellers, content creators, and media professionals from around the world. These events were more than just conferences; they served as platforms for creative minds to connect and inspire one another.
These creative platforms emphasised the significance of Indigenous voices and narratives, creating opportunities for content creators to showcase their work, gain new skills, and explore innovative approaches. The conferences fostered a spirit of community and collaboration, aiming to produce content that genuinely reflects our diverse cultures and communities.
These events celebrated the legacy of Indigenous storytelling, acknowledged current accomplishments, and anticipated a vibrant future. Thank you for being part of this journey of discovery, creativity, and collaboration.
Gallery Hawaikirang
Hawaikirangi Conference 2024 held in Auckland,
Aotearoa New Zealand
Gallery Hui Taumata
Hui Taumata Conference 2024 held at the Whakaata Māori studios, Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand
Past WIBN Conferences
WIBN Taiwan Conference 2025 Event Summary
From 12–19 August 2025, the World Indigenous Broadcasting Network (WIBN) gathered in Taiwan for an unforgettable conference hosted by Taiwan Indigenous Television (TITV).
The week-long event brought together Indigenous storytellers, media professionals and cultural leaders from around the world to exchange ideas, celebrate diversity and strengthen global connections. Attendees shared insights on media innovation and cultural preservation, joined workshops and panels on storytelling and language revitalisation, and experienced powerful cultural performances that highlighted the richness of Taiwan’s Indigenous communities.
This year’s conference reaffirmed WIBN’s mission to honour worldviews, amplify voices and inspire the next generation of Indigenous creators.
📸 Explore the gallery below to relive some of the key moments from Taiwan 2025.