Dr Vini Olsen-Reeder – ReoPol

Dr Vini Olsen-Reeder is a leading reo Māori revitalisation expert whose work spans research, policy and national language strategy. Speaking on the topic Whakamanahia te reo Māori: Empower the Language, Unite the Future, he explores how empowering te reo Māori across communities, organisations and systems strengthens collective identity and builds a more connected future for Aotearoa, and the role institutions and leaders can play in normalising and sustaining te reo Māori.