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The Prime Minister's Oranga Tamariki Awards

The Prime Minister’s Oranga Tamariki Awards recognise and celebrate care-experienced young people. Find more information about nominating an eligible young person, what the award involves, and how to make a great nomination. 

  • About the Awards

    The Prime Minister’s Oranga Tamariki (PMOT) Awards are a celebration of the achievements and potential of young people in care across New Zealand.

  • Award categories

    Scholarships are given across five award categories aimed at supporting the skills, talents or aspirations of young people.

  • Make an Award nomination

    Find out how to nominate a young person for the Prime Minister's Oranga Tamariki Awards.

  • The Award sponsors

    Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Prime Minister’s Oranga Tamariki Awards.

  • Award news

    Read about previous Prime Minister’s Oranga Tamariki Award recipients and their supporters.

Published: July 17, 2019 · Updated: June 15, 2022

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