On Tuesday the 26th of November we were privileged to launch Refuge New Zealand: A Nation’s Response to Refugees and Asylum Seekers by Ann Beaglehole. Published by Otago University Press, Refuge examines how refugees have been treated in New Zealand over the years. Around a hundred people came to show support and pick up the book.
Rachel Scott from Otago University Press opened the evening and Jock Phillips spoke about what effect the book had on him, and his belief in its importance. Ann then read some passages to us before thanking the people that had supported her and contributed to the book’s publication.
Check out the photos below in case you were unable to come. Photos © Matt Bialostocki // Unity Books Wellington
The finished product, hot from the presses.
Pleasantly full house!
Ann Beaglehole chatting with friends before the launch.
Rachel Scott, publisher at Otago University Press.
Jock Phillips.
Ann reads from her book, Refuge New Zealand.
Riveted listeners.
Anne Beaglehole and a friend as the evening winds down.
