research, but there were also important differences that provide context for tauiwi perspectives within Aotearoa New Zealand. The term racism is used throughout the research, inclusive of prejudice (“…differential assumptions about the abilities, motives, and intentions of others according to their race”) and racial discrimination (“differential actions towards others according to their race”) (Jones, 2000, pp. 1212-1213). Muslim and Sikh denominations were also included as visible religious minority groups in the research because of their extensive experiences and perspectives on racism in Aotearoa New Zealand. www.malatest-intl.com Drivers of racism – March 2021 15