Practical tools and resources
We encourage you to look around and start your own journey by downloading the tools and resources on this page.
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Voices
These thought pieces from leaders across the education sector explore identity, belonging, bias and inclusion through personal experience, professional insight and reflective practice. Originally written for the Unteach Racism newsletter, they are designed to spark reflection, conversation and meaningful change in practice.
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Unteach Racism Resources Voices - Madeleine Taylor
Unteach Racism Resources Voices - Nicola Daly
Unteach Racism Resources Voices - Helen Kinsey-Wightman
Unteach Racism Resources Voices - Beth Germaine
Unteach Racism Resources Voices - Deb Mitchell
Unteach Racism Resources Voices - Professor Meihana Durie
Frameworks and guides
These downloadable frameworks and guides have been designed to support change in everyday practice - from applying Our Code | Ngā Tikanga Matatika in context to unteaching stereotypes and analysing jokes and comments. Use them to reflect, start kōrero, and take steps toward more inclusive and culturally sustaining learning.
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Our Code | Ngā Tikanga Matatika Online Resource Bank
A curated collection of videos, readings, and classroom examples connecting Unteach Racism with the Teaching Council’s Code - supporting equitable, culturally responsive practice.
Unteaching Stereotypes and Representations – Early Childhood Education
Guidance for early childhood kaiako to review the stories, images, and materials shaping young learners’ worldviews. Includes prompts and an audit tool to ensure all tamariki are represented positively.
Unteaching Stereotypes and Representations – Primary
Supports primary teachers to examine classroom texts, displays, and contexts for bias. Offers practical questions and strategies to unteach stereotypes through everyday learning.
Unteaching Stereotypes and Representations – Secondary
Designed for secondary educators to challenge limiting narratives and embed diverse perspectives in curriculum design, discussions, and school culture.
Analysing Jokes and Comments
A reflective framework to help teachers respond safely and constructively to racist jokes or remarks. Encourages “calling in” rather than calling out to promote learning, empathy, and accountability.
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