First announcements from Māori Trades and Training Fund
Published: Oct 27, 2020 · Updated: Dec 1, 2020
Three programme providers in Hawke’s Bay and Wellington have received a $5.76 million investment from the Māori Trades and Training Fund.
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Ngāti Toa Rangatira Incorporated - $2,750,000
The Ngā Kaimahi Kainga o Toa Rangatira programme will offer up to 50 Māori apprentices paid training and business development opportunities in building and housing-related trades.
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K3 Development Limited Partnership - $2,025,000
The Takitimu Tuanui apprenticeship programme will support the iwi housing and career development visions of Ngāti Kahungunu, helping 50 Māori apprentices to participate in ‘earn as you learn’ training.
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Sapphire Consultants Ltd. - $990,000
The Māori Internships programme will help up to 45 Māori jobseekers into paid training initiatives in growth sectors such as construction, heavy trades, security, contact centres and administration.
These are the first announcements to come from the $50 million Māori Trades and Training Fund established as part of the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund announced in Budget 2020.
The Fund partners with Māori organisations to support delivery of employment-focused training opportunities that are by Māori, for Māori.
Find more information on the Regional Apprenticeships Initiative.