Elizabeth Rata

Elizabeth Rata is a sociologist of education who has spent her career studying the complex relationships between knowledge, power, and education. She is currently the Director of the Knowledge in Education Research Unit (KERU) at the University of Auckland, where she leads a team of researchers dedicated to exploring the ways in which knowledge is constructed, disseminated, and used in educational settings. Rata's research focuses on topics such as knowledge politics, ethnic revivalism, and Máori education, and she has published extensively on these topics. She is a respected expert in her field and has received numerous awards for her contributions to education research. Rata is also a passionate advocate for social justice and equity in education, and she has worked tirelessly to promote greater understanding and inclusion in educational institutions.