An outstanding te reo Māori advocate and educator, showcasing leadership and expertise in teaching, impacting academia and community, while embodying mātauranga Māori values.

"A rangatira for Te Ao Māori”

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This esteemed group drives kura kaupapa Māori and Mātauranga Māori, embodying community expertise and global Indigenous education leadership.

"World class educators honouring Te Tiriti"

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Exemplary educator using Pacific culture, reflection, and lived experiences to empower learners and drive educational change.

“Powerful educator and leader of Pacific learners”

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Dedicated Pacific healthcare tutor at New Zealand Skills and Education College, embodying a holistic teaching approach rooted in the Fonofale model to create a nurturing cultural environment for Pasific students' success.

"A phenomenal educator helping Pasific learners to dream big"

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This collaboration improved pre-analytical technician training, enhancing staff skills, learner experiences, recruitment, and sector recognition.

"Educator/Industry partnership is an exemplar for others"

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This team shines in tertiary biology education, fostering inclusivity, supporting diverse needs, achieving student success, and nurturing future educators and diverse demonstrators.

"National leaders in tertiary biology education"

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A passionate mindfulness advocate in education, enhancing student wellbeing and achievement, creating an inclusive classroom, and sharing her expertise through publications and presentations for a lasting impact.

"Leading student health and wellbeing in law education"

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Achieved inclusive transformation in male-dominated field, fostering equity via leadership, including Eng ME! mentoring, inspiring female students, and advocating engineering diversity.

"Transforming engineering education for student, institution and community benefit"

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Noted for innovative teaching, cultivating engagement through relational methods, leadership in curriculum, and promoting Māori knowledge, highlighting significant educational contributions.

"Relationships key for this innovative leader"

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A dedicated vocational educator, prioritising next-gen leaders through comprehensive learning, promoting industry stability, supporting student growth, and providing personalised experiences.

"A jewel in the school’s crown"

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Successfully transformed university into inclusive hub, fostering deep learning through relational pedagogy, 'micro-communities,' and support, earning recognition for transformative teaching.

“Inclusion and community at the heart of Kate’s practice”

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