Rise - Issue 14 - March 2011
Welcome to issue 14 of Rise. The theme is opportunity.
Cover stories
Reconnecting to life
Aubrey Quinn on the life-changing job opportunity that helped him recover from mental illness, and Dame Susan Devoy shares what she learned as his employer.
Home for good
What is the greatest opportunity for a child in care? Clinical psychologist Nigel Latta, social workers and foster carers talk about fostering and Home for Life.
A chance to turn around
Military-style activity camps offer a fresh start for our most serious young offenders.
Feature stories
Opening doors
Learning to read opens up a world of opportunities for jobseekers.
Looking for gold
A high school learning support unit role-models opportunity for disabled employees.
Spotlight on Southern
Top mountain biker Sheryl MacLeod has turned injury to inspiration, plus an industry partnership is growing people with a future in work.
Spotlight on Wellington
Wellington has a new regional commissioner, plus Katie O'Donnell shares the heartache and rewards of working as a family violence response co-ordinator.
Spotlight on Northland
A boom in forestry brings opportunities for Northland jobseekers, plus agencies team up to create an artistic message against family violence.
Plus our regular columns
- From the frontline
- Photo essay
- Regional round-up
- Tips, links and feedback
