These funds will help support the Trust’s goals of helping young people in our local community find meaningful opportunities in employment, training and education. This work aligns with The Todd Foundation’s vision of, ‘inclusive communities where all families, children and young people can thrive and contribute’. Marcia Skinnon, Manager of the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs says, “This... Read more
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*"A significant issue facing the Taupō District is the projected population declineby 2035. With the sustained loss of young adults and an aging population, it is becoming increasingly important to hold on to our young people." David J Trewavas (MAYOR)* A partnership between local representatives for employers, iwi, youth services, schools and training providers who recognise the... Read more
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Workshop 3 Throughout July 2015, the Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ), supported by the Tindall Foundation delivered nine workshops throughout the country which focussed on boosting conversation around youth employment. The Workshops looked to explore, shape and strengthen the vital connection between young people leaving school and gaining employment. MTFJ Chairman, Malcolm Campbell said “I cannot... Read more
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CYE Connecting for Youth Employment (CYE) Trust was established in Central Hawke’s Bay (CHB) in 2013, with support from the Mayors Taskforce for Jobs, to ensure that the community continues on a path to provide employment and training opportunities to young people. Led by Kelly Annand and Vikki Graham, the primary objective of CYE is to... Read more
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Bryan Rawiri, 25 years old, was born and raised in Matamata and belongs to the eastern Waikato iwi of Ngati Haua. He is currently completing his apprenticeship in Baking. Bryan was the TUIA delegate in 2014 for the Matamata-Piako District, where he was mentored by the Mayor. TUIA is a leadership development programme that is an intentional,... Read more
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The future of industry is shaped not just by the economic and technological changes, but also by population and generational changes. The key to ongoing success therefore depends not just on technical excellence, but managerial excellence. Social Demographer, Mark McCrindle has a range of online resources that look at intergenerational relationships and change. Bridging the gap guide for Employees "People... Read more
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In Taranaki, there is a group making sure students and businesses connect. Taranaki Futures was set up to help people make informed career decisions with a clear line of sight from education to employment. You can read more about them here, or visit their website[http://https//www.taranakifutures.org.nz/]. Read more
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MYD has recently launched its current funding round, a Contestable Fund that is now open for young people or organisations that need funding to deliver youth development opportunities or a new, innovative enterprise project. Applications close 2nd July 2018. There are four different funding streams: Youth Development – Programmes and Services Fund: This funds organisations to support... Read more
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NZIER economist Michael Bealing has published a report & a memo to MTFJ on the impact drivers licensing has on our youth & economy. You can read the memo here[assets/Uploads/Drivers-Licensing/The-idea-of-using-schools-to-lower-the-barriers-to-driver-licensing-has-merits.pdf] & the report here[assets/Uploads/Drivers-Licensing/The-driver-licensing-challenge-NZIER.pdf]. Read more
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eight col DSC05310 The Clutha-Dunedin Job Fair held in Dunedin yesterday was a great success with a strong turnout from both employers and job-seekers. Clutha Development and Clutha District Council, in collaboration with Dunedin City Council, staged the event to promote job opportunities in the Clutha District to those living in Dunedin. Using a speed dating format... Read more