Vincent Olsen-Reeder (Ngā Pōtiki a Tamapahore) is a senior researcher for Te Kura Roa, a Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga funded Pae Tawhiti initiative that examines the value of the Māori language. This research programme examines both state and community responsiveness to Māori language revitalisation efforts in Aotearoa. Vincent is currently completing his MA thesis at Te Kawa a Māui, School of Māori Studies, Victoria University.