Akina stories
Aotearoa Social Enterprise Forum coming to Wellington
Wed, 8th Aug 2018
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The Ākina Foundation is gearing up for this year’s Aotearoa Social Enterprise Forum, which is being held at Wellington Zoo in October.
Ākina foundation launches new social enterprise development programme
Tue, 29th May 2018
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The Ākina Foundation partners with the Department of Internal Affairs to launch a three-year programme aimed at boosting New Zealand's social enterprise sector.
Christchurch social enterprise convention nabs prize at global event awards
Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Christchurch's Social Enterprise World Forum 2017 secures a strong second for Best Conference at Eventex Award, showcasing positive global change.
NZ’s first social impact investment fund goes live
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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Investments will focus on expansion opportunities in sectors such as sustainable food production, agriculture technology, healthcare, clean energy.
Accelerator helps social enterprises get marginalised employees into work
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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Launchpad Work is an accelerator for enterprises wanting to provide jobs or training for those who face the greatest barriers to work.
Ākina Foundation announces new CEO, farewells Alex Hannant
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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Akina's new CEO, Louise Aitken was previously the programme manager of global sustainability and social responsibility at Fonterra.
Ākina Foundation wins AUT Business Support Award
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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The award recognises organisations that deliver quality products and services to help businesses maximise their endeavours.
NZ Post commits to supporting social enterprise
Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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NZ Post is committing to purchase goods and services from at least three social enterprises over the next 12 months.
Akina Foundation launches Impact Investment Report
Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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Ākina Foundation unveils a transformative Impact Investment Report, charting a course for New Zealand's social and environmental funding.
Social enterprise award winners training immigrants and creating jobs
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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Cottonseed is the winner of this year’s Rotary Newmarket $10,000 Kick-Start Award, run in conjunction with the Ākina Foundation.
Social Enterprise World Forum sells out with six weeks to go
Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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The Social Enterprise World Forum is an international event for social enterprises from all over the world to come together and share wisdom.
Rotary kick-start award winner wants to break youth unemployment cycle
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Zeal wins Rotary grant to combat youth joblessness with a creative studio aimed at unlocking young Kiwis' potential.
SAP and Akina Foundation bring together corporate and social enterprises to engage with community
Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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Working on Purpose, will be held in conjunction with Social Enterprise World Forum 2017 at Papa Hou in Christchurch on September 28.
Ākina Foundation issues final call for Māori entrepreneurs who want to experience SEWF 2017
Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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Māori entrepreneurs who’d like to attend this year’s Social Enterprise World Forum in Christchuch have until July 31 to apply.
Akina welcomes $1.85m Government commitment to social enterprise
Thu, 6th Jul 2017
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The Government's funding of $1.85m for New Zealand's social enterprise sector is welcomed by Akina, says CEO Alex Hannant.
Bursary fund for attendance at 2017 Social Enterprise World Forum announced
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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The fund will provide successful applicants with assistance for flights to the value of AU$1700, accommodation and conference tickets.
Christchurch: Social enterprise forum showcases Pacific leadership
Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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Christchurch to host a pioneering Social Enterprise World Forum, spotlighting Pacific leadership in sustainable economic growth.
PledgeMe targets social enterprise with Ākina partnership
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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PledgeMe and charity Ākina Foundation join forces to support New Zealand social enterprises in fundraising efforts.