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From: Will Bruce <[4][FOI #30942 email]>

Sent: Sunday, 11 May 2025 1:00 am

To: Enquiries National <[5][email address]>

Subject: Official Information request - Official Information Act Request –
New Zealand History Official Information Act Request – Israel-Palestine in
NZ School Curriculum

 

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Dear Ministry of Education,

 

Under the Official Information Act 1982, I request the following
information regarding how the history and current events of Israel and
Palestine are taught in New Zealand schools:

 

1. Any official curriculum guidelines, directives, or policies that
outline how the Israel-Palestine conflict, Middle Eastern history, or
related topics (e.g., Zionism, Palestinian statehood, colonialism, or
modern conflicts) should be taught in New Zealand schools.

 

2. Teaching resources, lesson plans, or recommended materials (e.g.,
textbooks, videos, or external sources) provided to schools on this
subject.

 

3. Whether there are specific standards, neutrality policies, or
guidelines for discussing contentious international issues like
Israel-Palestine in classrooms.

 

4. Any recent changes (since 2020) in how these topics are addressed in
the curriculum, particularly in Social Studies, History, or Politics.

 

As required by the OIA, I look forward to your response within 20 working
days. If you anticipate delays, please notify me in advance.

 

Yours faithfully,

Will Bruce

 

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