Braiding Information, Identity, and Belonging: Exploring the Information Behaviours of Māori and Pasifika Visual Artists in Aotearoa

Jarime Chaco

doi:10.1080/24750158.2026.2694608

June 30, 2026Journal of the Australian Library and Information AssociationOpen Access

Braiding Information, Identity, and Belonging: Exploring the Information Behaviours of Māori and Pasifika Visual Artists in Aotearoa

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This research explores the relationship between information engagement and cultural identity among Māori and Pasifika visual artists.
Qualitative interviews with Māori and Pasifika visual artists
Analysis of artistic practices and information usage
Focus on cultural heritage and community engagement
Identified distinct information behaviours linked to cultural identity
Found that information plays a crucial role in the creative process
Demonstrated the influence of community on artistic expression

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PhD research investigates how Māori and Pasifika visual artists engage with information in their creative practices, highlighting cultural identity implications.

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This PhD research investigates how Māori and Pasifika visual artists in Aotearoa engage with information as part of their creative practice. It asks a simple but important question: How do identity...

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