Identity
Botswana decriminalises homosexuality in landmark ruling
Botswana's High Court has ruled in favour of decriminalising homosexuality in a landmark decision for campaigners.
Samoa Fa'afafine Association protests censor of Elton John film
LGBTI rights advocates in Samoa are protesting against the censoring of the Elton John biopic Rocketman.
Muslim activist honoured for promoting diversity
The first Anjum Rahman heard about her Queen's Birthday Honour was in a letter in her mailbox from the Attorney General.
Canterbury youth mental health advocate pleased with honour
Doctor Sue Bagshaw has been made a dame companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to youth health. Audio
Rare voice for male sex abuse victims recognised
A Queen's Birthday Honour recipient hopes his award will bring the challenges faced by male sexual abuse survivors into the spotlight.
What is the link between risk-taking girls and the gender pay gap?
Researchers have revealed links between risk-taking girls and the gender pay gap. Audio
What is the link between risk-taking girls and the gender pay gap?
Researchers have revealed links between risk-taking girls and the gender pay gap.
AudioRako Pasefika - putting Rotuma on the map
Rako Pasefika is a performing arts group, based in Fiji, representing the small Pacific island of Rotuma. They're currently Artists in Residence in Auckland as part of the Pacific Dance Festival. Audio, Gallery
Brian Tamaki's 'sorry' to gay community
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki is saying "sorry" for comments about the gay community, but faces scepticism over his statement and its timing.
Rainbow Tick more than just window dressing - manager
The Rainbow Tick initiative is defending itself, saying the ticks are not just marketing or window dressing.
Box ticking: Are Rainbow Tick workplaces really safe for LGBTQI staff?
Companies are paying thousands for a Rainbow Tick to show their workplaces are safe for LGBTQI people. But does the certification really do what it purports to? RNZ digital journalist Murphy reports.
'There's no safety net, you can't just go home to mum or dad'
A former foster child says a new transitional support service for young people leaving care has been a long time coming.
The government has pledge $150 million for helping young people stand on their… Audio
Has the Military shaken off its anti-LGBTQI history?
Insight - The Defence Force is working to improve its support for the LBGTQI community, but as Jonathan Mitchell discovered there are calls for investigations of sex abuse in the past. Video, Audio
Trade me refuses to pull "It's Ok to be White" T-shirts
Trade me is refusing to pull t-shirts with the slogan "It's Ok to be White" despite being told the t-shirts are racist and are associated with white supremacist groups internationally. Audio
How a young Muslim journalist gave her community a voice
Young Muslim RNZ journalist Isra'a Emhail gives a special insight into what it was like covering the Christchurch mosque attacks - and seeing her own community torn apart. Audio
How a young Muslim journalist gave her community a voice
Young Muslim RNZ journalist Isra'a Emhail gives a special insight into what it was like covering the Christchurch mosque attacks - and seeing her own community torn apart.
AudioNZ tourism leaders welcoming but wary of govt interference
Tourism leaders have welcomed the government's plans to be more active in the country's biggest export industry, but say it mustn't interfere with business. Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis and… Audio
The destiny of Destiny Church
The self-proclaimed Bishop continues to dominate our news cycles. His latest venture, the Man-Up Prison programme drew crowds of thousands outside parliament. Audio
The destiny of Destiny Church
The self-proclaimed Bishop continues to dominate our news cycles. His latest venture, the Man-Up Prison programme drew crowds of thousands outside parliament.
AudioIdentity and diversity at the core of punk-rock musical
It was a big risk for The Court Theatre to stage something as flamboyant, fabulous and confronting as Hedwig and The Angry Inch, but it’s what Christchurch, and New Zealand, needs right now. Audio