Bridging the participation gap of Māori in Aotearoa’s tech sector

The 2023 NZTech Digital Skills Aotearoa Report identified that there is a significant participation gap of Māori in the tech sector, with Māori accounting for 4.8% of the tech workforce (an increase of 0.8% since 2021). Further research, Te Au Hangarau: The Wave of Technology examined which factors influence participation and success of Māori in the technology industry.

Join our discussion as we reimagine a tech sector where Māori feel a deeper sense of belonging and desire to participate. We’ll take a closer look at the research findings to help inform systemic changes across the tech ecosystem.

Our discussion will explore the key enablers to foster a sense of belonging, including enhancing Māori leadership and profile, creating culturally safe and literate workplaces, and providing culturally anchored support networks in tech firms.

Please register to attend our panel discussion and networking event to discuss the key learnings and opportunities for Aotearoa’s tech sector.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday 24 August
Time: 5.00 - 7.30pm (registration & light refreshments 5pm, session starts at 5:30pm)
Location: Conference Centre, Spark City, 167 Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD
Event Type: In person
Cost: Free for members and non-members

Speakers:

Spark People & Culture Director Heather Polglase
Auraki Group co-founder Naomi Manu

Panel:

NZTech CEO Graeme Muller (Moderator)
Te Matarau The Māori Tech Association CEO Lee Timutimu
Spark Kaupapa Māori Lead Rhonda Koroheke Rhonda Koroheke
Te Pūkenga DCE Academic Centre and Learning Systems Megan Gibbons

Supported by Spark

We respectfully ask that all participants planning to attend an in person event are healthy and well. Should you be unable to attend due to illness or isolation we request that you stay home. Please let us know if you are unable to attend by emailing events@techalliance.nz with your name and the event date.