We were honoured to receive recognition at the inaugural AOTEAROA AI AWARDS 2025 .
The Aotearoa AI Awards 2025 recognise individuals, teams, and organisations working in the field of artificial intelligence in Aotearoa New Zealand. The Awards aim to acknowledge leadership, originality, and practical outcomes in the research, development, and application of AI.
Our team brought home three awards we now proudly display.
Delivery that makes a difference
Outstanding AI Implementation Award for robust, real‑world delivery that moves from pilot to production and achieves results at scale.
“Kiwa turns language and cultural technology into enterprise‑grade, AI‑powered platforms—implemented, adopted, and evaluated in practice. Solutions deliver clear value for organisations and communities, proving what effective AI implementation looks like.”
Kaupapa with heart
Te Ao Māori & Pasifika AI Award for innovation with and for communities across Aotearoa and the Pacific—uplifting te reo Māori and Pasifika languages.
“By weaving mātauranga with cutting‑edge technology, Kiwa builds AI‑powered language and cultural platforms that centre Indigenous knowledge and create meaningful impact—supporting identity, access, and participation in the digital age.”
Your voice, your choice
Aotearoa AI Awards People’s Choice is the Supreme Award and one we are particularly proud of.
“Chosen by our community, this award celebrates the project that captured Aotearoa’s imagination and demonstrated real impact with AI. A testament to momentum, mahi, and mana — ka rawe!”
Thank you to the AI Forum of New Zealand and to all sponsors for amplifying the amazing mahi that’s happening now. And congratulations to all finalists; it was our privilege to share the celebration with you.
Source: Aotearoa AI Summit 2025
