Ngahiwi Apanui-Barr

Ngahiwi Apanui-Barr is the chief executive of Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, the Māori Language Commission. He advocates for the normalization of te reo Māori across various sectors, including sports, and emphasizes the dynamic nature of the language. Apanui-Barr's work aims to strengthen cultural identity and collective ties among New Zealanders, showcasing te reo Māori on global platforms like the Winter Olympics.