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Julia (Arnott Neenee) Pahina is an award winning social entrepreneur and systems change strategist transforming the technology sector through digital equity, closing the AI divide and cultivating new systems that shape our shared future.
As Co Founder and CEO of Fibre Fale, a Pacific led EdTech social enterprise, she has engaged over 23,000 people, delivered 85+ programmes, and reached over 5 million online — driving intergenerational digital and AI literacy across the region.
Julia also co leads WOLFE Intelligence Studio, advising organisations on human-centered innovation and future of work. Her board and advisory roles include the Digital Council for Aotearoa NZ, Human Rights Commission NZ, the World Economic Forum, and the AI Forum NZ.
Julia’s work sits where technology meets humanity - ensuring the future of AI advances justice, dignity, and collective agency.
Talking Points
Digital Equity
Digital Equity
Pacific Representation in Technology
Pacific Representation in Technology
Youth Leadership
Youth Leadership
Social Enterprise
Social Enterprise
Purpose-led careers
Purpose-led careers
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Julia's Background and Creating the Future
The Hi-Tech Awards are one of NZs most prestigious and well attended ceremonies, with 1300 people, multiple Sirs and Madams, VIPs, Ministers and even the Prime Minister in attendance - not t ... keep reading Hi-Tech Awards
Julia absolutely nailed our brief. She epitomised the supportive spirit of the event and turned herself in number one cheerleader for our speakers who were pitching for investment that evening. Julia also read the room of investors really well. She got them smiling, engaging and laughing – which isn’t easy for this group. We had overwhelming positive feedback about Julia from our team, our guests and our speakers and would highly recommend her to other organisations and event managers.
