Te Ao Kei Tua | Creating Our Future
Big work weeks, demanding expectations and a lack of proper support networks. Our school leaders deserve better.
A method for making change
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Whakauruhia
Big, audacious, systemic change doesn’t happen overnight – but it can't be left to chance. NZEI Te Riu Roa members are always on the move, advocating for the world they want to see. Help us shape the future of education in Aotearoa.
Our current campaigns
Take a look at our current campaigns and find out how you can get involved.
Wāwāhi Tahā | Time 4 Tamariki
In 2019, we took key steps towards a fairer, better resourced primary education sector. But there is still work to be done.
Mana Taurite | Fair's Fair
No matter who you are or what kind of work you do, you deserve to be paid fairly. Our pay equity claims are about addressing the historical undervaluing in both pay and status in roles that society has perceived to be ‘women’s work’.
Te Ake Rautangi
Kōhanga Reo kaimahi bring incredible skills and experience to an important kaupapa for tamariki Māori, but right now many kaimahi aren’t paid in a way that recognises their value and upholds their mana.
Fair Pay Agreement for ECE
The Fair Pay Agreements legislation has now passed into law and the early childhood education sector is set to be among the first to negotiate a Fair Pay Agreement (FPA).
ECE Voice
Early childhood teachers so an incredibly important job. But their pay is up to 52% behind kindergarten and primary with the same skills, qualifications and responsibilities. We believe the government needs to act now to fix the gap.
Ngā Aukaha | All in for tamariki
Tamariki in Aotearoa are missing out because learning support is massively underfunded. Together, we can push the government to increase funding so a child can feel connected, supported and valued at school or in their early childhood education.
Professional & policy work
For issues that can't be resolved at the negotiation table. See what we're working on in the policy and system change space.
Public Sector Pay Initiative
In June 2022, NZEI Te Riu Roa, PPTA, PSA, NZNO, E Tū and other public sector unions agreed to ask members to discuss and vote on whether to go forward with a Council of Trade Unions (CTU) initiative to negotiate with the Government for a unified pay increase across the wider public service.
Principals' Hauora
2016 - 2021
The success of any group always relies heavily on the strength of the leadership. Our primary principals are taking on that crucial role in our schools, ensuring that staff, students and parents all get what they need from the school
Pūaotanga Report 2021
The Pūaotanga report was an independent review of staffing in primary schools which paints a dire picture of our schools.
Initial Teacher Education 2040
Initial Teacher Education (ITE) plays a vital role in our education system, preparing future teachers with the knowledge and skills they need to begin teaching.
Te Kupenga Rangitahi | New Educators Network
Studying to become an educator? In your first 5 years of teaching? Te Kupenga Rangatahi (New Educators Network) is a great way to make sure you get the best start to your teaching career.
ECE and Support Staff Scholarships
Applications for the 2024 scholarships are now open. The scholarships are set up to advance the strategic direction of NZEI Te Riu Roa by providing an opportunity for early childhood education and support staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge within the workplace and in education generally.
Upcoming events
There's plenty going on around the motu. See what's coming up here.
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