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Introducing Nga Aratini

We are excited to introduce Nga Aratini, an inspiring initiative led by our dedicated director. With a background in the hospitality sector, our director has a passion for creating exceptional experiences and fostering community connections. This initiative was born out of a desire to support individuals impacted by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly those in the cultural tourism sector. Recognizing the need for retraining and education, we embarked on a mission to empower these individuals to navigate the evolving job market.

In response to the urgent need for support, our director quickly collaborated with Toi Ohomai to develop tailored training programs for our community. Within weeks, we established a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that enabled us to launch a comprehensive 12-month training program in just 12 weeks. By leveraging our extensive networks, we facilitated group interviews in the primary sector, providing transportation for our community members to secure meaningful employment opportunities..

Our Employment and Training Hub is designed to empower clients at every stage of their employment journey, offering facilitated support from pre-employment to education, training, and transition to employment with selected employers. We provide a diverse range of employment options, including infrastructure, engineering apprenticeships, building apprenticeships, civil works, forestry, traffic management, logistics, truck and heavy machinery, primary industry, hospitality, and food services. Clients can gain certifications in various courses, including first aid, advanced health and safety, driver licensing, and many more.

We are committed to equipting clients with essential work readiness and employability skills, including CV writing, interview preparation, budgeting, and industry site visits. Our training programs are successful due to our highly skilled and qualified industry trainers, coupled with ongoing pastoral care to support our clients' growth and success.

At Nga Aratini, we believe in the power of community and the potential of every individual. Together, we are creating pathways for success and empowering our clients to thrive in their unique life journeys.