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Rainbow Games Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland 2024 is thrilled to announce that Nevertheless, a leading Māori, Pasifika and Takatāpui Rainbow+ mental health non-profit organisation, will be producing the Arts and Culture Festival at the inaugural games. This partnership signifies a shared commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the celebration of LGBTQI+ participants and their allies.
The Rainbow Games 2024 is an inclusive sporting event that brings together athletes from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and identities, centred around four core values: Tūrangawaewae, Manamotuhake, Hauora, and Manaakitanga, which ultimately represent a sense of belonging, a holistic approach to health and fostering a culture of inclusivity, support, and camaraderie.
Nevertheless is a registered Charitable Trust that aims to support the holistic well-being of individuals, whānau and aiga who are Takatāpui or Pasifika Rainbow+ communities. Overall, their mission is to create safe spaces for Māori and Pasifika Rainbow+ peoples to be free to be heard, free to be seen and free to be their full authentic selves without denying any part of their holistic identity out of shame or stigma.
The shared values and Kaupapa of Nevertheless intertwine with the Rainbow Games, establishing a connection that will bring people together during Games’ timeand unite efforts to support and empower the LGBTQI+ population.
Alongside the Opening Ceremony, player accreditation, goodie bag and registration to a sport, access to the Arts and Culture programme is another exciting addition to the player package. Players can expect exclusive priority access to a range of arts and culture activities, including:
Brazilian Divas, Drag Artists, Tongan Dance Groups, an Ei Katu Workshop, a Tūrama Art Exhibition and many more diverse artists and entertainers. These can be enjoyed before, during and after they participate in sporting activities.
“Nevertheless Trust is stoked to curate the Arts & Culture festival for Rainbow Games 2024. We 100% tautoko their efforts to enhance the overall hauora of our Takatāpui, Rainbow+ and LGBTQIA+ people’s across Aotearoa. Mauri Ora!” - Nevertheless Trust
"We are excited to announce this partnership as we work towards a world where everyone can participate in sports with complete freedom and pride. Creating a new sporting event is no easy feat, and we are proud to collaborate with an organization that shares our values and goals at the upcoming Rainbow Games Arts & Culture Festival in April", - Programme Director, Teresa Platt.
Register now at www.RainbowGames.co.nz.
Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of an unforgettable celebration of inclusivity, athleticism, and cultural richness.
Entries close on 4 March 2024.
Find out more about the Nevertheless Trust at www.neverthelessnz.com
