Kauri Tearaura
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead
Department of Internal Affairs
Kauri Tearaura (they/them) is the youngest senior-level subject matter expert in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the public service with a career holding lead DEI roles at the Department of Corrections, the Ministry for the Environment, and now the Department of Internal Affairs. Outside of the 9 to 5, they lead movements across Aotearoa New Zealand that support diverse communities to thrive in the worlds of work, learning, and in life - something they have done since childhood. Kauri's experience includes a community-driven governance and leadership career spanning multiple roles at the regional, national, and international levels. To name a couple, Kauri currently serves as a member of the Multiethnic Young Leaders Network, and the Asia New Zealand Foundation Leadership Network.
SESSIONS
Day 1
12:25
Panel: How to overcome talent scarcity
Strategic responses to top talent acquisition against a background of tightening work visa rules
Breaking down barriers: Steps to create equal access and attract diverse talent
Looking beyond the small talent pool: benefits to training from the bottom up
Moderator: Faith Pallant, Recruitment Manager, University of Auckland
Anna Liumaihetau Darling, General Manager - People Experience, Sharesies
Jess McDonagh, PX Director – Australia and New Zealand, Gentrack
Kauri Tearaura, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead, Department of Internal Affairs
Aroha Willis, Head of People and Culture, Goodman Fielder
Charlotte Downes, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Fonterra