Democracy in Aotearoa : A Survival Guide

A survival guide to democracy in Aotearoa New Zealand, this book aims to unravel the mysteries of our political system and show how ordinary people can navigate the political world and influence decisions made by our government. Its 40 chapters include a succinct history of government in Aotearoa New Zealand; introductions to our principal institutions; interviews with the Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition, Governor-General, Speaker and Chief Justice; advice on how to campaign, complain and obtain information; and consideration of future challenges of climate change, decolonisation, and engaging rangatahi in the political process

Sir Geoffrey Palmer QC is a Distinguished Fellow at Te Herenga WakaVictoria University of Wellington, Faculty of Law, and a Global affiliated professor at the University of Iowa, College of Law. He is a former Prime Minister, Minister of Justice and Attorney-General.

Gwen Palmer Steeds is a student of political communication and political science at Te Herenga Waka / Victoria University of Wellington, and is a youth political activist.