| | What is Kōrero With Jon?It’s an NZSL‑accessible vidcast series launched during NZSL Week in May 2024, with 6 episodes released so far, starring the remarkable Jon Tai‑Rakena! 🌟
This series brings meaningful, real conversations to life through New Zealand Sign Language, making stories and ideas accessible to the Deaf community and beyond. Expect engaging discussions, powerful lived experiences, and thoughtful insights as Jon connects with inspiring guests.
From heartfelt kōrero with his own mother, to conversations with the WFDYS President, an NZSL Week ambassador, our Communications & Engagement Manager, a Deaf + Disabled advocate, and the NZSL Hero 2025/2026, each episode highlights diverse voices and perspectives.
Kōrero With Jon celebrates identity, resilience, and community—creating a space where stories are seen, shared, and valued. | |
