Training funds available - are you getting a slice of the pie?Friday 28 Mar 2025
The WIDE Trust is also focussed on building engagement and awareness of the diverse career options the forestry and wood industry sectors offer and increase the number of young people who choose to take up careers in these industry sectors. Since the Trust was formed it has awarded grants in excess of $6.5m to students pursuing studies towards either a trade or academic qualification in the forestry or wood sectors, and to businesses, learning institutions and other entities who have undertaken projects, research and other initiatives to advance these industry sectors. For the 2025 academic year, students studying towards either forestry or wood-related qualifications have received grants from the Trust totalling $225,500. The Trust also supports industry initiatives such as the regional Forestry Awards and sponsors young people working in the industry to attend events such as WoodTECH, WoodWorks, Residues2Revenues, ForestTECH and more. Best Practice Study Tour – and if you are a New Zealand resident who is actively pursuing a career in the forestry or wood industry sectors in New Zealand, at a senior management level, and has had several years experience in either industry, now is the time to apply for a grant of up to $30,000. Ideally, applicants will be a member of the senior management team in their business, be in a position of influence that allows them to implement key study tour learnings, lead change initiatives and encourage new and innovative approaches within the industry. Applications close on 31st July annually for study tours to be undertaken in the following calendar year. More >> Source & image credit: WIDE Trust  | ||
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