I am currently based in Germany and, to my knowledge, the only German in the world holing a PhD in Maori Culture.

At present, I am involved in a project that seeks to actively engage in decolonisation. My current research project focuses on the values and benefits of Haka and Maori Culture in modern day society. I am also working on a publication that will give German speaking people a guide on how to culturally appropriate experience Maori culture in Aotearoa.

I am interested in fostering connection between Aotearoa and Europe and to use my knowledge of booths cultures to foster discussion and knowledge transfer.