Rotorua creative Jill Walker has been nominated for the Community Spirit Award as part of the Pride of New Zealand Awards.
Ms Walker of The Travelling Tuataras has worked tirelessly for many years, according to her nominator.
Her nominator said she set up events and activities that enabled people to participate and learn through numerous creative platforms.
"She is a mentor for people in her community wanting to develop their own skills and much of her work is done on a voluntary basis. [She] has the ability as a facilitator to ensure everyone is heard and acknowledged throughout the process of community arts development.
"Her work is wide reaching from early childhood to adult education and she displays a passion for inclusiveness and accessibility within the arts field. [She] supports and honours other artists in their many forms by sharing her broad knowledge through her own extensive networks."
