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
Supporting our Pasifika and Māori youth to look after their mental health
Le Va is proud to announce the roll out of The Mental Wealth Project, a mental health literacy programme for young people and their families, offering face-to-face education in schools, sports clubs, churches and communities, complemented by online support.
Te Pou board announces new chief executive
We’re delighted to announce that Rae Lamb has been appointed as the new chief executive of Te Pou o te Whakaaro Nui.
Government investment shifts focus towards permanent housing outcomes
The Government’s announcement to continue investing in existing and new Housing First programmes recognises the growing body of New Zealand evidence that Housing First, which prioritises permanent housing outcomes, is one of the best approaches for ending chronic homelessness.
Culturally appropriate responses needed to address Māori homelessness
The full report from last year’s first Auckland-wide Point in Time count was released today by Auckland Council and the Housing First Auckland Collective.
A special visitor to Kākāriki House
The Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern stopped by Kākāriki House this week to learn more about the vital work we’re doing across the Group in mental health, housing, social justice and wellbeing for young people.
New Year, new faces in The People’s Project Hamilton team
The People’s Project welcomed in the New Year with the addition of six more people to its Garden Place Hamilton team.