The Agri-Women’s Development Trust (AWDT) has announced the appointment of three new trustees to its board, effective from August 2021. Anne-Marie Broughton, Keri Johnston and Poto Davies have been appointed to serve the charitable trust that has developed almost 5,000 women and men in the primary sector and rural communities over the past 11 years. […]
A programme to support rural people respond positively to pressure, uncertainty and change
launches in July.
A partnership between the Agri Women’s Development Trust (AWDT) and Kiwi tech company MEA
will apply technology and data to accelerate progress in New Zealand’s primary sector.
Launching this August, Know your Mindset. Grow your Influence is an online workshop supporting farmers to respond to uncertainty and change with meaningful action that bolsters
wellbeing and self-value. Presented by Beef + Lamb New Zealand and AWDT, with support from Farmstrong and Ravensdown, the online workshop brings to life the science of psychology as it relates to farming businesses.
Since 2010, the Agri-Women’s Development Trust has helped more than 4,000 women lead change in their farms, communities, careers and businesses. And that focus has only accelerated during the COVID-19 challenges for New Zealand and globally.
Desire from women involved in the primary sector to lead and contribute in their industries, businesses and communities has seen a new leadership and governance programme offered in 2020.
A programme to help sheep and beef farming partners plan for their future and adapt to changes in their sector will be extended next year to 20 rural centres throughout New Zealand.
Programmes to help strengthen farming businesses extending to more than 750 farming women next year, at a time when farmers are responding to climate change and the need to operate in an environmentally sustainable way.
Agri-Women’s Development Trust (AWDT) has announced the appointment of Linda Cooper to the role
of chair.
Today as the Government delivers its Well-being Budget, Agri-Women’s Development Trust Founder, Lindy Nelson, reflects on what AWDT has been doing for nine years to improve the well-being of women and New Zealand’s primary industries and rural communities. Well-being is defined as experiencing health, happiness and prosperity. It includes having good mental health, high life-satisfaction, […]
This Amplifying Us podcast makes for great listening ahead of Generation Change - our programme preparing young women for meaningful work in the food and fibre sector.
In this episode, our Founder Lindy Nelson talks with sisters Maegan & Emma Blom - both studying at Lincoln University ahead of a future in agriculture.
Here’s an excellent new climate-friendly innovation from our friends Ravensdown.
Developed in collaboration with Lincoln University, the EcoPond system virtually eliminates the methane emitted from effluent ponds.
Ravensdown will provide the system to dairy farmers wanting to reduce their methane emissions and you can read the full story here:
farmersweekly.co.nz/s/fw-article/ludf-unveils-methane-busting-effluent-system-MCRJ7ZHHYUMNC4REHWU...
Congratulations to 2017 #EscalatorAlumni Parmindar Singh - recipient of a 2022 Nuffield scholarship!
Parmindar is a fourth generation New Zealand dairy farmer, company director and independent consultant.
She intends to use the research opportunity to explore emerging market opportunities for trade in dairy, noting that “as a proud, intergenerational dairy farmer, my goal is to identify the shift that is occurring globally and identify future trade and market opportunities for New Zealand farmers.”
It’s inspiring to see members of the AWDT community like Parmindar live their commitment to learning and making impact in the sector they love.
To learn more about the Nuffield scholarship, visit ruralleaders.co.nz/nuffield-scholars/
Congratulations Parmindar looking forward to hearing all about your project once completed
Congratulations Parmindar! That’s fabulous news.
Here's a great opportunity to put your team's business start-up skills to the test.
The IFAMA Oceania 48hr Business Start-up Competition is an annual 'hack-athon' style competition focussed on entrepreneurial food & fibre solutions.
It's about learning the skills, tools and techniques for business analysis, strategy, and communication - in a competitive start-up environment.
Kicking off November 26-28, the competition is designed for anyone - from new teams with no business experience at all, through to experienced teams who have started developing an idea and want to test it out.
Learn more and register at www.eventbrite.com/e/ifama-oceania-48-hour-food-fibre-business-start-up-competition-tickets-18302...
IFAMA Oceania 48-hour Food & Fibre Business Start-up Competition
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A unique food & fibre focused competition to test your business start-up skills, while accelerating your entrepreneurial opportunities!
“As an AWDT Escalator graduate, Wright demonstrates what happens when purpose-led women are empowered with the skills, confidence and connections to impact the people and places they care about.”
It’s inspiring to see 2013 #EscalatorAlumni Jane Wright recognised for her long standing commitment to health, care and compassion in her mid-Canterbury community.
Jane founded the Hospice Mid-Canterbury Trust, providing therapies and programmes supporting local families dealing with life-limiting illness.
Looking back on her Escalator journey, Jane notes that “I have had to dip back into my Escalator toolbox many times and have been extremely grateful for the support I have had from fellow alumni throughout the journey".
Jane’s ability to meet the challenges of rural community health - be they funding, isolation or a culture of stoicism - is a testament to her commitment and the ability to call on a team of supporters, like her #escalator alumni cohort - “there is always someone there who has the relevant expertise or experience to help point you in the right direction or simply encourage you to keep going.”
Thank you for your leadership Jane.
farmersweekly.co.nz/s/fw-article/putting-skills-to-good-use-MCEHO2IHUTMFHCHK3I5SRPSRTPJY
Sensational Jane Wright. Love you and the work you do. Lovely to read this article.
Well deserved Jane. Yes it's mighty toolbox!
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