Russell Gordon
New ZealandeducatorMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Russell Gordon is the principal of Ōtūmoetai College, who supports the intent of the proposed social media age restriction bill, citing his experiences as an educator witnessing the misuse of social media and its consequences on school life.
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Russell Gordon supports giving students a voice in community conversations about technology.
Student-led survey reveals Bay of Plenty teens’ concerns over under-16 social media banThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-09-15
New Zealand· 2026-09-15
Ōtūmoetai College principal Russell Gordon also said it was an opportunity to explore 'practical, hands-on learning'.
Bay of Plenty principals react to new industry-led school subjectsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-09-28
New Zealand· 2025-09-28
Russell Gordon, the principal of Ōtūmoetai College, supported the intent of the social media bill.
Tauranga teens debate social media age limit proposal for under-16sThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-07-27
New Zealand· 2025-07-27
