We are the Government for all our people, not just the Government for some of our people and, as a government, we must protect the rights of all our people especially the minority in our community. These advocacy efforts were widespread and took place over several years, spearheaded by the Cook Islands Family Welfare Association and driven by Te Tiare Association and Pride Cook Islands. The Cook Islands Ānuanua community experiences both subtle and overt discrimination, and their experiences of acceptance vary.