Labour says it will put $21 million a year into training programmes run by Māori providers — such as marae and iwi trusts — to help Māori whānau learn practical skills and move into secure, well-paid jobs. The training will include mentoring and support, be linked to real jobs, and be open to Māori of all ages. Funding would start after the 2027 Budget.
“Māori unemployment is more than double the national rate. More than one in ten Māori are unemployed, and around one in five rangatahi Māori aged 15 to 24 are not in work, education, or training.”
“of the 2,978 people who took part in the previous programme before it was cut, 72 percent were in work by September 2024, and nearly three-quarters of those were in permanent jobs.”
“Māori providers will be backed to deliver training that leads to work.”
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