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There is no place like home
Maintaining well-being during Covid-19 has been a challenge for most of us. Student Erin Kim used art to express their feelings of isolation during the 2020 lockdown.
"When Covid-19 occurred and we went into lockdown, I immediately dreaded isolating myself from the outside world.
"At least I’m safe and away from outside especially with all the Asian hate occurring currently. I am a proud Korean born in Waiharakeke and live in Tāmaki Makaurau. However, I fear for the lives of my family, friends, and mine. The idea of even going out for a short walk around my neighbourhood gives me anxiety. Although I knew racism existed before the pandemic, it became more apparent as the virus spread globally. Now more than ever, I am cautious of my surroundings - more than walking in the dark alone pre-pandemic. Covid-19 does not justify discrimination against Asians or anyone, yet we are still blamed for it. Hatred is very apparent and slows the process of being a virus-free society."
When Covid-19 occurred and we went into lockdown, I immediately dreaded isolating myself from the outside world, especially being my first year in university.