Akina stories
Cottonseed is the winner of this year's Rotary Newmarket $10,000 Kick-Start Award, run in conjunction with the Ākina Foundation.
Working on Purpose, will be held in conjunction with Social Enterprise World Forum 2017 at Papa Hou in Christchurch on September 28.
The Ākina Foundation is gearing up for this year's Aotearoa Social Enterprise Forum, which is being held at Wellington Zoo in October.
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's Social Enterprise World Forum 2017 secures a strong second for Best Conference at Eventex Award, showcasing positive global change.
Investments will focus on expansion opportunities in sectors such as sustainable food production, agriculture technology, healthcare, clean energy.
Launchpad Work is an accelerator for enterprises wanting to provide jobs or training for those who face the greatest barriers to work.
Akina's new CEO, Louise Aitken was previously the programme manager of global sustainability and social responsibility at Fonterra.
The award recognises organisations that deliver quality products and services to help businesses maximise their endeavours.
NZ Post is committing to purchase goods and services from at least three social enterprises over the next 12 months.
Ākina Foundation unveils a transformative Impact Investment Report, charting a course for New Zealand's social and environmental funding.
The Social Enterprise World Forum is an international event for social enterprises from all over the world to come together and share wisdom.
Zeal wins Rotary grant to combat youth joblessness with a creative studio aimed at unlocking young Kiwis' potential.
Māori entrepreneurs who'd like to attend this year's Social Enterprise World Forum in Christchuch have until July 31 to apply.
The Government's funding of $1.85m for New Zealand's social enterprise sector is welcomed by Akina, says CEO Alex Hannant.
The fund will provide successful applicants with assistance for flights to the value of AU$1700, accommodation and conference tickets.
Christchurch to host a pioneering Social Enterprise World Forum, spotlighting Pacific leadership in sustainable economic growth.
PledgeMe and charity Ākina Foundation join forces to support New Zealand social enterprises in fundraising efforts.
