These awards also celebrate the legacy of two highly respected leaders in the field.

Dedicated to Dr Judy Paterson.

The New Zealand Numeracy Educator Award | Te Tohu Kaiako Pāngarau o Aotearoa

Dedicated to Dr Sue Dymock.

The New Zealand Literacy Educator Award | Te Tohu Kaiako Reo Matatini o Aotearoa

Nominations are now open for the 2025 awards. Educators from across the tertiary sector are invited to submit nominations for colleagues who are making a meaningful impact through their work in literacy or numeracy education.

These awards are designed to celebrate educators who teach or embed literacy and/or numeracy, or who support learners in their literacy/numeracy development. This can include kaiako, tutors, employers, learning support staff, lecturers, teachers, trainers, facilitators and mentors.

To learn more, visit the New Zealand Literacy and Numeracy Educator Awards page for more information and to download the nomination form.

Nominations close at 5 pm on 30 June 2025.

Ako Aotearoa will host an online event on International Literacy Day, 8 September 2025, to announce the award winners and celebrate their achievements.

Image above: Dr Sue Dymock (left) and Dr Judy Paterson (right).