Three New Members Join New Zealand Sign Language Board to Boost NZSL Promotion

Three new appointments have been made to the New Zealand Sign Language Board, Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston says.

The three new members of the Board – which works to support the promotion and maintenance of New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) – are Rāhera Turner, Thora Huebner and Joanne Witko.

Existing Board member Kim Robinson will extend his term for another year.

Louise Upston says alongside existing experience on the Board, the new members will bring further energy and insight.

The NZSL Board has an exciting time ahead as the new 10-year NZSL Strategy launched last year is delivered, Louise Upston says.

The Board plays an important role in shaping the future of NZSL. These appointments reflect the Government’s commitment to strengthening the promotion and maintenance of NZSL.

I also want to acknowledge Monica Leach, whose term on the NZSL Board ended this year. I thank Monica for her contribution and service.

Notes to Editors: A New Zealand Sign Language interpretation of this PR is available here.

Biographies of the new – and existing – NZSL Board members can be found here.