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Research: Data Sovereignty

A guide to the research process and search strategies

What is Data Sovereignty?

Data Sovereignty typically refers to the understanding that data is subject to the laws of the nation within which it is stored.

Indigenous Data Sovereignty perceives data as subject to the laws of the nation from which it is collected.

Māori Data Sovereignty

Māori data sovereignty is about protecting information or knowledge that is about (or comes from) Māori people, language, culture and resources.

Māori Data Sovereignty and Research

Pacific Data Sovereignty

Pacific data sovereignty is about protecting information or knowledge that is about (or comes from) Pacific people, languages, cultures and resources.

Pacific Data Sovereignty and Research

  • Pacific data sovereignty – The aim is to establish a unified voice and collective guardianship and advocacy of data and information about Pacific people living in Aotearoa.
  • The Research Hub of Auckland University has information on Pacific data sovereignty for researchers including definitions, policy documents and more.
  • Pacific Data Fale o Aotearoa brings together data, research and reports on Pacific people in Aotearoa. 

Indigenous Data Sovereignty