Sarah Owen (Rongowhakaata, Ngāti Porou) wrote an article for the Tahuna Te Ahi series in partnership with The Big Idea.

As the Kairangaranga for Ka Korokī Ka Maranga, the Māori Music Industry Collective (MMIC), Sarah has a strong background in the music industry, and is passionate about pathways for Māori in all parts of the Music Industry.

In the article, she reflects on her youth growing up surrounded by music, and shares her hopes for a future where Māori are represented better across the industry.

Read the article over on The Big Idea.