“Understanding Dawn Raids brings together a historical essay, newly digitised video clips from Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, and other resources that help people understand the causes, impacts and legacy of the Dawn Raids.” Through these community voices, people such as the late To‘alepai Lui Tautolo share their lived experiences of racism, migration, work, family, and Pacific community life. Alongside the Understanding Dawn Raids platform, Pacific community contributors are writing a series of biographies of Pacific pioneers for the Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. “Work on new biographies will continue, and a new print history of the Dawn Raids is planned for 2027. Understanding Dawn RaidsVui Steve Niumata biographyDawn Raids Historical Account PackageUnderstanding Dawn Raids is part of a wider programme of work developed by Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage following the Government’s 2021 Dawn Raids Apology.