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
12:15
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
Anna Liumaihetau Darling, General Manager - People Experience, Sharesies
Jess McDonagh, PX Director – Australia and New Zealand, Gentrack
Chanon Cations, People Lead, Worley
Kauri Tearaura, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead, Department of Internal Affairs
Aroha Willis, Head of People and Culture, Goodman Fielder