Who We Are
SENZ Charitable Trust is a people-focused trust committed to empowering individuals, whānau, and communities to hanga he pai ake anamata — build better futures.
We Believe in You.
For over 22 years, we’ve walked alongside people to unlock their potential, connect their aspirations to real opportunities, and support them into meaningful next steps. Grounded in authenticity, manaakitanga, and genuine care, we deliver free programmes that uplift individuals, strengthen whānau, and create impact that reaches into the generations.
Our Values
Honour
Hōnore
We seek to honour others and have integrity in all of our relationships
Excellence
Taumata Angitū
We excel by having a spirit of excellence. We excel in giving one another, our clients and communities the best of our time and talents
Advance
Kōkiri
Greatness comes from serving others. We advance our purpose to build better futures when we use our talents to serve our clients, communities and one another
Reaching Out
Toro Atu
We are intentional about reaching out. We listen to and care about our clients, our communities and each other. We reach out with SENZ’s purpose and act with intent
Together
Huitahi
We believe in the power of working together. Collaborating with the community and stakeholders to contribute to the thriving social and economic development of Aotearoa
Our Beliefs
Every individual has value, strength, and purpose within them, and we are committed to helping them discover and grow what is already there.
With encouragement, belief, and the right opportunities, individuals can overcome challenges and move toward a future filled with hope and possibility.
When people are connected to those who care for them, they gain the stability and support needed to grow and move forward confidently.
Identity, heritage, and language shape who we are, and we honour the richness that diverse cultures bring to every person’s journey.
Every person deserves to be treated with fairness, empathy, and genuine care, no matter their season or circumstance.
A stable job brings confidence, security, and purpose, helping people rebuild momentum and transform their outlook on life.
Education, training, and development empower people to grow, gain confidence, and access opportunities they may not have seen before.
Real change happens when individuals, whānau, communities, employers, and organisations work together with shared intent and commitment.
Everything we do is guided by the desire to see lives strengthened, families supported, and generations positively transformed.
Leadership team
Our Partners
