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Crime & Corruption

Unmasking Indigenous Identity Fraud

1:30pm - 2:45pm on Saturday, November 22
KLCC Level 3 - Room 304

About This Session

Around the world there are individuals and groups fraudulently claiming Indigenous heritage for professional, political, and financial gain. But with the complicated nature of Indigenous identity, how can journalists identify fraudulent sources and groups? And how can they investigate stories involving Indigenous identity? This panel of expert Indigenous journalists will explore what those who commit Indigenous identity fraud gain, and the cost to Indigenous communities. Panelists will share examples of Indigenous identity fraud from around the world and tips on how to investigate these stories.

Speakers

Eden Fineday

Publisher
IndigiNews

Mani Dunlop

Multimedia Journalist
TE AO Māori News