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Her Waka (May 2026) — Navigating Pathways into Sustainable Employment
Navigating Pathways into Sustainable Employment
About this event
Ready to take your next step into meaningful work? HER WAKA is a dynamic, confidence-building employment programme designed to help you move forward with clarity, capability and purpose.
Delivered by SheSharp, Ministry of Social Development and academyEX, each monthly cohort brings together up to 25 participants for a supportive and energising experience focused on real-world job readiness. This is not just about finding a job. It is about understanding the market, backing yourself, and building a pathway toward sustainable, future-focused employment.
Through HER WAKA, you will: discover how the New Zealand job market really works and where opportunities are growing; learn what employers and recruiters are looking for and how to stand out; strengthen your CV, interview skills, and professional presence; understand your employment rights so you can step into work informed and empowered; and build confidence, communication skills, and connections that support long-term success.
With practical tools, employer insights, and a welcoming learning environment, HER WAKA is designed to help you feel prepared, capable, and ready to navigate your next chapter.
Join us and take your next step forward with confidence.
What to Expect
Inspirational speakers sharing authentic employment journeys and practical lessons from navigating the New Zealand workforce
Employer and recruiter panels offering direct insight into current hiring expectations
Practical job-readiness sessions focused on professional presentation, interview confidence, and effective employer engagement
Clear and accessible employment rights guidance
Structured networking opportunities with employers, recruiters, and industry representatives

Time & Location
academyEX
99 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton, Auckland 1023
Auckland
Refund Policy: No refunds
Meet Our Panelists
Paula Gair
Swapna Soni
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