Mikayla Thompson

Mikayla is a driven professional with extensive experience in public policy and politics. She is dedicated to cultivating positive change throughout Aotearoa and is committed to continuously learning about and honouring te ao Māori. She approaches her mahi with care for relationships and cultural context.

Completing her Master’s degree in Public Policy in early 2022, Mikayla also holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Economics and Management, and a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Psychology and Criminology from the University of Auckland.

Across her career, Mikayla has continued to build her expertise through roles spanning government relations and advocacy, central and local government, and political environments. She also co-leads the New Professionals Leadership Team at Hāpai Public, a network dedicated to supporting emerging public sector professionals across Aotearoa.

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