Brella Projects develops and leads high-impact initiatives inspiring positive social and economic change.

Developed in consultation with key stakeholders, Brella’s regional strategies are targeted towards resolving social challenges such as youth unemployment and skills shortages. We take a pragmatic approach to a range of initiatives, geared at ensuring young people are work-ready and employers are youth ready.

FutureForce®
Careers Hub

FutureForce.nz is a digital careers hub which includes a website and social media platforms, where users can find up to date sector information, career planning tools, job listings, events and much more.

Designed by young people, for young people (with the help of local experts!). FutureForce® Careers Hub has been carefully created to give young people an edge as they make important decisions that shape their careers.

Waikato Engineering Careers Association WECA

Waikato Engineering Careers Association (WECA) is a member-based organisation managed by Brella Projects and vital to the on-going success of the Waikato manufacturing and engineering sector.

WECA communications – including member updates, video, media releases, careers expos, events and more – provide a powerful way to lift the lid on the range of lucrative and diverse careers in this important industry.

Brella Projects connects WECA stakeholders – engineering companies, tertiary providers, secondary school technology teachers and students and future engineers – in a meaningful way.

SmartNZ

SmartNZ partners with iwi, business, education and government agencies to deliver a range of practical, effective and innovative initiatives that better support rangatahi transitioning from education to employment. SmartNZ offers scalable and unique solutions that transform secondary schools to integrate learning and the world of work.

SmartNZ is the national brand of Smart Waikato Trust initiatives which are developed, implemented and tested in Waikato before being offered to the rest of the country.