Paul Ash

Paul is an experienced leader of international digital policy and diplomacy work. As the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of the Christchurch Call Foundation, he continues to drive a collaborative effort to eliminate terrorist and violent extremist content online.
Paul Ash

Paul has led the Christchurch Call secretariat since its inception, playing a key role in advancing its mission.

Paul served as the New Zealand Prime Minister's Special Representative on Cyber and Digital from 2020-2024. His background includes leading the National Security Policy Directorate at the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet (2018-2019) and the National Cyber Policy Office (2012-2017).  Paul's diplomatic experience spans assignments in Brussels, Solomon Islands, Beijing, and Taipei. Paul was educated at Victoria University of Wellington and the Chinese Language and Area Studies School, Taipei. This global perspective informs and shapes Paul’s approach to digital challenges.