Belinda (Ngāti Ranginui, Ngai Te Rangi, Whakatōhea) is an emerging Māori researcher with a particular interest in rangatahi Māori. She has completed her Masters thesis –   Living in the City Ain’t So Bad: Cultural Diversity of South Auckland Rangatahi.

Belinda has worked as an impact evaluator for community action projects on youth, alcohol and drugs and is developing into research management. Belinda is also currently undertaking a PhD at Massey University.