Te Awhi Rito Reading Ambassador nomination form

What we are looking for

Te Awhi Rito Reading Ambassador inspires, empowers and mobilises powerful and positive reading experiences for children and young people, whānau, and communities. Tell us about the strengths, capabilities and experience of the person you are nominating. We want someone who:

• is a passionate and knowledgeable reader, dedicated to fostering reading for pleasure

• is an eloquent and engaging communicator, with a known ability to relate to children and young people

• understands and is committed to Māori and Pasifika cultures, and the diverse voices and languages of Aotearoa New Zealand

• can communicate in a wide range of public environments and media

• has earned the recognition and respect of their sector and community or has the potential to make a substantial contribution to reading culture in New Zealand.

Nominations closed

Nominations for the Te Awhi Rito New Zealand Reading Ambassador have closed.

The current Reading Ambassador is Alan Dingley whose term ends May 2025.

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