EMERGENT LEADERS FOR CHANGE.

BUILDING CAPABILITY
FOR MEANINGFUL IMPACT.

A leadership programme that builds sustainability leadership capability, enabling both individual growth and organisational impact.

About the programme

Emergent Leaders for Change supports early-career professionals to step into their potential as sustainability leaders — confident in who they are, connected across sectors, and capable of driving action that makes a difference. Participants develop the skills, relationships, and confidence to sustain their leadership journey and inspire collective change. 

A first-of-its-kind programme supporting professionals to strengthen their leadership and sustainability capability — equipping them to drive change that matters.
Thanks to generous inaugural funding, this $3,000 (excl. GST) programme is offered as a one-off opportunity to attend for a koha.

what participants will learn

  • Develop confidence, self-awareness, and a strong sense of purpose as an emerging leader.

  • Build meaningful networks from across sectors.

  • Experience place-based learning that deepens connection to te taiao (the natural environment) and inspires authentic, values-led action.

  • Grow the interpersonal and adaptive skills needed to sustain leadership in complex systems.

When: Monday 26th — Wed 28th January 2026, 3 days o/night

Where: Wheke, Rapaki Marae

Who: Early-career professionals (1–3 years of experience) looking to grow their sustainability leadership capability.

Programme Costs & Accessibility

This inaugural programme, valued at $3,000 (excl. GST), is made possible through generous funding support. As a one-off opportunity, participation is available for koha, please reach out to discuss your applicants. A $150 administration fee applies for each participant. 

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