SLANZA President-Elect
Nominations for the position of SLANZA President-Elect are now closed.
Monday 2 December
We are thrilled to announce Trena Lile as our incoming SLANZA President-Elect. Trena was nominated by her National Executive colleagues and was the only nomination received for the position.
Trena will officially commence her term at the 2025 AGM. In the meantime, she will continue to as the Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland rep on our National Executive.
Many of you will already be familiar with Trena's dedication and passion for school libraries. She will bring a wealth of experience to the role, having served on the Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland committee and as the NE rep for the region. Trena has also made significant contributions to SLANZA through initiatives like Aotearoa School Library Week and the SLANZA Wall Planner during her time on NE.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Trena as our new President-Elect. We look forward to her leadership and collaboration in the years to come.
Ngā mihi nui,
The SLANZA National Executive
We are thrilled to announce Trena Lile as our incoming SLANZA President-Elect. Trena was nominated by her National Executive colleagues and was the only nomination received for the position.
Trena will officially commence her term at the 2025 AGM. In the meantime, she will continue to as the Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland rep on our National Executive.
Many of you will already be familiar with Trena's dedication and passion for school libraries. She will bring a wealth of experience to the role, having served on the Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland committee and as the NE rep for the region. Trena has also made significant contributions to SLANZA through initiatives like Aotearoa School Library Week and the SLANZA Wall Planner during her time on NE.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Trena as our new President-Elect. We look forward to her leadership and collaboration in the years to come.
Ngā mihi nui,
The SLANZA National Executive
The President-Elect is successor to the President. The position requires this person to aid and support the current President while gaining an insight into the functions of the Presidential role of SLANZA.
This position requires an in-depth understanding of the workings of SLANZA and its stakeholders.
A full position description can be found here.
Nominations opened in July 2024 and will close on Friday 29 November 2024.
Voting will be from Monday 2 December to Friday 13 December.
President-Elect will be announced on Tuesday 17 December.
This role will commence at the 2025 AGM.
This position requires an in-depth understanding of the workings of SLANZA and its stakeholders.
A full position description can be found here.
Nominations opened in July 2024 and will close on Friday 29 November 2024.
Voting will be from Monday 2 December to Friday 13 December.
President-Elect will be announced on Tuesday 17 December.
This role will commence at the 2025 AGM.
Unity is strength… when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.” Mattie Stepanek
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- passionate about school libraries
- eager to participate
- prepared for any event
- excited about committees
- able to express your ideas
- curious to learn more
- creative and innovative
- a great communicator
Read more about the qualities of a Board member, and the benefits of joining.
The nomination and election process
The process of opening nominations for the SLANZA (School Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa) President-Elect position begins with a formal call for candidates from within the SLANZA membership within two months of when a new President starts their term.
SLANZA members are informed about the opportunity to nominate or be nominated, with clear guidelines on the necessary qualifications, such as active involvement in SLANZA and a demonstrated commitment to the organisation’s goals. The nomination period is announced via email to members and on the AGM webpage, ensuring all members are aware. Once the nomination window closes, nominees are reviewed, and their eligibility is confirmed by a selection committee or board. If there are multiple qualified candidates, an election is held where SLANZA members can vote for their preferred candidate. This democratic process ensures transparency and engagement, resulting in a leader who is both qualified and supported by the membership.
The process of opening nominations for the SLANZA (School Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa) President-Elect position begins with a formal call for candidates from within the SLANZA membership within two months of when a new President starts their term.
SLANZA members are informed about the opportunity to nominate or be nominated, with clear guidelines on the necessary qualifications, such as active involvement in SLANZA and a demonstrated commitment to the organisation’s goals. The nomination period is announced via email to members and on the AGM webpage, ensuring all members are aware. Once the nomination window closes, nominees are reviewed, and their eligibility is confirmed by a selection committee or board. If there are multiple qualified candidates, an election is held where SLANZA members can vote for their preferred candidate. This democratic process ensures transparency and engagement, resulting in a leader who is both qualified and supported by the membership.
