A week-long event that celebrates love, acceptance and unity amongst the Rainbow community in the Cook Islands will kick off next week.
Pride Cook Islands in partnership with Te Tiare Association present Anuanua Week. Anuanua (Rainbow) week will commemorate the first anniversary of the Cook Islands decriminalising same-sex relations and serve as a testament to progress, inclusivity, and celebration within the Cook Islands community.
Anuanua week has an exciting lineup of events and activities including an art installation and wearable art competition, Cook Islands Pride day blessing, and will finish with the Anuanua Music Gay Out.
President of Te Tiare association Tatryanna Utanga says, “Anuanua Week holds profound significance, marking a historic milestone in the Cook Islands’ journey towards equality and recognition for LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
“This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to creating a more inclusive and welcoming community for all individuals. Together, we hope to make Anuanua Week a celebration that truly reflects the values of acceptance, diversity, and aroa that define the Cook Islands.”
Newly elected president of Pride Cook Islands Dean Kapi-Tangata, president of Pride Cook Islands, echoed this sentiment, emphasising the importance of celebrating progress and unity within the Cook Islands. “We are looking forward to welcoming to our shores academics, equity ambassadors, allies and members of our rainbow community who will be joining us in this celebration. And why not – the Cook Islands continue to pave the way for human rights”.
