Sidney Moko Mead
Sir "Sidney" Hirini Moko Haerewa Mead (born 8 January 1927) is a New Zealand anthropologist, historian, artist, teacher, writer and prominent
Māori leader. Initially training as a teacher and artist, Mead taught in many schools in the
East Coast and
Bay of Plenty regions, and later served as principal of several schools. After earning his PhD in 1968, he taught anthropology in several universities abroad. He returned to New Zealand in 1977 and established the first Māori studies department in the country. Mead later became a prominent Māori advocate and leader, acting in negotiations on behalf of several tribes and sitting on numerous advisory boards. He has also written extensively on
Māori culture. He is currently the chair of the council of
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
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