GridAKL Blog Accelerating work: we talk Launchpad Work with Akina

2016 may well be the year of the startup programme here in New Zealand. With new incubators and accelerator programmes announced, familiar faces taking on new locations and specialities covering everything from fintech to youth. There seems to be a programme to fit every need - including now thanks to GridAKL Graduates Akina - employment. The social enterprise foundation recently announced a new accelerator, aimed to help social enterprises creating employment in Auckland. But Launchpad Work is not just focussed on employment, they are focussing down to try and find employment for individuals facing the greatest barriers to work. This ambitious programme is the first of its kind in New Zealand and supported by the Ministry of Social Development and SKYCITY Auckland Community Trust.