Doing what matters
The Wise Group isn’t afraid to tackle the hard issues – it’s about doing what matters and creating fresh possibilities for people, organisations and communities.
Stories of change
In memory of Professor Richie Poulton
He pānui aituā! Our hearts are heavy with the passing of Professor Richie Poulton CNZM FRSNZ, a treasured friend, celebrated researcher and dedicated Wise Group trustee.
Celebrating Scholarships and 15 Years of Pasifika Excellence for Le Va
Pasifika-led organisation Le Va held a glittering awards ceremony on 25 May for the recipients of the Futures that Work Pacific mental health and addiction scholarships in 2023. More than 360 guests came together to honour the scholarship recipients and to help Le Va...
Warren Elwin recognised with prestigious international leadership award
Workwise and Work Counts chief executive, Warren Elwin, has been recognised for his outstanding leadership in IPS employment support, as the recipient of the prestigious International IPS Learning Community’s 2023 Rick Martinez Leadership Award. Individual Placement...
Research supported by The People’s Project shows Housing First approach improves people’s lives
Housing the homeless is the first step A University of Otago-led study involving people housed by The People's Project has shown that providing unconditional access to housing is the first step towards improving the mental and physical health and wellbeing of those...
Just a Thought receives it’s 50,000th sign-up!
The Just a Thought team (part of the Wise Group whānau) are proud to share that we’ve just received our 50,000th sign-up! That’s 50,000 people who’ve been able to access mental health support thanks to the efforts of people like you promoting Just a Thought in your...
Dunedin study led by Professor Richie Poulton wins Rutherford Medal 2022
Congratulations to Professor Richie Poulton and the team behind the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study, awarded the 2022 Rutherford Medal by Royal Society Te Apārangi. Wise Trust Board trustee, Professor Richie Poulton FRSNZ, is director of...