Election year:
2023
Political party:
Green Party
Associated politicians:
Policy:
Te Reo Maori
- Introduce universal teaching of Te Reo Māori as a core curriculum subject through to year 10 and universally available elective Te Reo Māori learning through to year 13.
- Increase funding for Māori-medium education, including kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo, and mainstream te reo immersion and bilingual learners, including funding for professional support of Māori-medium teachers.
- Provide support, including scholarships, to encourage teachers to train for and teach in full immersion and bilingual educational institutions.
- Support and expand programmes that focus on cultural activities, such as kapa haka.
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