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Whanganui Community Living Trust

About the Whanganui Community Living Trust

The purpose of the Trust is: 

Empowerment and support to establish a range of supportive options to empower mental health and disability consumers, fostering their independence and integration into the community. Providing comprehensive rehabilitation services and resources to promote wellness.  

Community Advocacy and Education to advocate for the rights of mental health and disability consumers in New Zealand, promoting justice and recognition of cultural principles. Educate and engage the community to reduce stigma and increase understanding of mental health issues.  

Collaboration and Partnerships to collaborate with social services agencies and other entities to further the trust’s objectives, ensuring collective efforts in supporting mental health and well-being. 

Resource Management and Development to secure necessary resources and manage financial support to fulfil the trust objectives. Acquire and manage property and assets beneficial to Trust purposes.   

Diverse and Inclusive Culture to cultivate a diverse, inclusive workforce aligned with the trust objectives, fostering a community culture that supports mental health and well-being.  

Financial Sustainability to secure financial resources through funders and activities such as grants and donations, while also managing assets effectively, including acquiring and holding such assets and investments to support the trust’s objectives and mission.  

 

Our purpose/tātou whāinga

To support people in our community with mental health conditions and/or disabilities.

 

Our vision/tātou moemoeā

To empower and support people with lived experiences of a mental health condition and/or disabilities to achieve personal goals and to become full and active members of our community.

Apr 02, 2025
Board/Director
Board Member
Hybrid (Whanganui, New Zealand)
Organisation:
Whanganui Community Living Trust
Job Summary:
Board Member
Salary:
$45 per meeting
Children, Youth and Family Services Disability Services Governance Health Care and Medical Indigenous and Multicultural Services Social Services