Society is changing rapidly, challenged by huge demographic change such as ageing populations and growing ethnic diversity, climate change and new technologies. Democracy is under threat by increasingly pervasive disinformation. Our work aims to address social cohesion and societal resilience and we're developing new democratic tools to encourage better public decision making.
Koi Tū marked our first day in our new home at 48 Emily Place with a karakia whakawātea (dawn blessing) led by Tom Irvine and Robbie Paora of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.
Koi Tū Centre for Informed Futures officially became an independent entity on 1 April 2025, following five successful years of incubation within Waipapa Taumata Rau University of Auckland.