Sustainable employment in Taranaki is about more than simply providing jobs. It is about giving people the tools, skills, and confidence to create a brighter future for themselves and their whānau. Employment becomes an opportunity for growth, stability, and pride when individuals are supported to reach their full potential.
Over the past two decades, WISE Charitable Trust has seen firsthand how training and guidance can transform lives. Many people who come to us are eager to work but face barriers such as limited experience, lack of qualifications, or personal challenges that make finding employment difficult. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and clear career pathways, we give people the chance to step forward with confidence and purpose.
Walking the Path Together
Each initiative at WISE has its own focus, yet they all share the same kaupapa: empowering individuals through meaningful work while benefiting the wider community. By breaking down barriers and offering tailored support, we help people move from uncertainty into stability. Skill development and guidance open doors to long-term employment, creating pathways that go beyond a simple paycheck.
Training That Makes a Difference
Training is the foundation of sustainable employment. By offering practical, hands-on learning, nationally recognised certificates, and ongoing mentorship, we ensure individuals gain skills that last. A job with WISE is not only an opportunity to earn, but also an opportunity to learn, grow, and build confidence.
Through our training programs, people gain the knowledge they need to thrive in roles across insulation, land care, cleaning, recycling, and more. These skills help individuals contribute meaningfully to their workplace and community, and they also provide stepping stones for future employment opportunities.
Real Impact Across Taranaki
The results of sustainable employment extend beyond the workplace. Since 2020, WISE has:
Every one of these figures represents a healthier home and a supported whānau. These outcomes show that investing in skills and meaningful work has tangible benefits for both individuals and the wider community.
When People Thrive, Communities Thrive
Every role we create is a chance to transform a person’s story, strengthen families, and uplift the region as a whole. Employment that combines training, support, and opportunity helps people contribute to their communities while building a secure and fulfilling future.
The ripple effects of sustainable employment are clear. Individuals gain confidence and independence, families enjoy greater stability, and the wider community benefits from people who are skilled, engaged, and empowered.
Looking Ahead
WISE is proud of the impact achieved so far, but there is always more to do. We will continue to provide training, create opportunities, and support people on their journey to long-term employment, contributing to a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Taranaki.
Because when people thrive, our whole community thrives
