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It’s time to change the conversation.

In 2023, 90% of New Zealanders said they value teaching — yet many teachers still feel undervalued and undermined. It’s time to move from appreciation to real respect. Teaching is expert, impactful work that shapes learners, whānau, communities, and Aotearoa’s future.

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