Category Archives: NEXT Outlook
NEXT Outlook returns
After a twelve month Covid hiatus - our NEXT Outlook breakfasts have returned. Despite a couple of postponements NEXT was delighted to be able to host a NEXT Outlook breakfast in mid March, where gues...
The Covid Brain Gain – Opportunities for Aotearoa New Zealand
A survey by Kea New Zealand has shown many ex pat kiwis are wanting to return home - and Covid is the catalyst. They also say they want to give back to Aotearoa New Zealand - with time and/or money...
Creating an Urban Movement for Nature by Peter Chrisp, Chairman Predator Free Wellington
Why is Wellington on an ambitious journey to try and become the first Predator Free capital city in the world? In this edition of NEXT Outlook, Predator Free Wellington Chair Peter Chrisp outlines ...
Creating an Urban Movement for Nature by James Willcocks, Project director Predator Free Wellington
Predator Free Wellington Project Director James Willcocks shares stories from The Miramar Peninsula predator eradication project, in this presentation for a NEXT Outlook breakfast. The project has ...
Transforming Taitokerau for Good Iwi and philanthropy investing together for change
Rangimarie Price, CEO of Amokura Iwi Consortium and John McCarthy Manager of the Tindall Foundation, detail the ambitious project they are collaborating on in the north of New Zealand - Transforming...
Iwi and philanthropy investing together for change by Rangimarie Price and John McCarthy
Strategic philanthropy is at the very heart of NEXT foundation - supporting education and environmental initiatives with not just funding but governance, management and other expertise too. It is a m...
Building partnerships to disrupt inequities in NZ education
By Jay Allnutt CEO Ako Mātātupu: Teach First NZ
Forming partnerships to have wider impact and create sustainable change is an important part of NEXT’s approach to strategic philanthropy. Strong partnerships are fundamental to what we do and how we... 
What science tells us about why it’s important to invest in the first 1,000 days, by Professor Richie Poulton, Director of the Dunedin Study
The internationally acclaimed Dunedin longitudinal study has uncovered a critical marker at aged three that determines life outcomes across the board. In this edition of NEXT Outlook, the director ...
Dr Jan Wright : The Wyrbill and New Zealand’s Collective Biodiversity Challenge
What does the wrybill – an endangered NZ bird with a wonky bill – have to do with saving NZ’s biodiversity? Former Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Dr Jan Wright explains why – and talks about her new conservation challenge in this edition of NEXT Outlook.
Call for Talk in the First 1,000 Days of Life to be at the Top of the Agenda – Talking Matters director Alison Sutton
“Right now we have got a unique opportunity
with the child wellbeing framework review
and the review of early learning to get talk high on the
agenda – we want recognition for it centrality early in
life.
The Power of Two: ZIP Chief Executive, Al Bramley, on the DOC/NEXT Collaboration
Zero Invasive Predators Chief Executive, Al Bramley, shares his insights on the Power of Two – the collaboration
between the Department of Conservation and NEXT
to form ZIP.
Al details the journey of ZIP as it
develops tools and techniques to remove predators
from the mainland – and shares his belief that the PFNZ 2050 will
happen – but it will take the power of many.
We Shall Not Remain Silent – NEXT Outlook by Manaiakalani Chair Pat Snedden
‘The benign neglect of Māori and Pacific Island children
in our education system is a disgrace. The Manaiakalani
digital education programme for low income earners is a triumph-
it is liberating these children who have been ignored too long.
Philanthropy and kaupapa Maori – aligned or at odds? – NEXT Outlook by Taranaki Mounga Chair Jamie Tuuta
“He waka eke noa.. we are all in this together. We need help, let’s paddle the waka together..” Jamie Tuuta, Maori Trustee, CEO Te Tumu Paeroa, Chair Taranaki Mounga, on kaupapa Maori iwi and philanthropy, shares his insights into Maoridom today; philanthropy – and how iwi and philanthropists can work together for a better New Zealand.
It’s all Won or Lost by the Fifth Birthday – NEXT Outlook by NZ Children’s Commissioner Judge Andrew Becroft
All roads lead to the very early years of a child’s life
… says New Zealand’s Children’s Commissioner
Judge Andrew Becroft.
So … what areas does he believe New Zealand
should be focusing on to improve the outcomes
of our children?
Vision for a Predator Free NZ 2050 – NEXT Outlook by Sir Rob Fenwick
NEXT environmental advisor Sir Rob Fenwick has declared a call to arms to protect our country – in a national battle against invasive predators.
In a speech for NEXT Outlook Sir Robert says toxins and genetics should be part of the weaponry – but with the right careful but bold strategy a Predator Free New Zealand can be a reality.
Enabling Outstanding Educational Leaders – a NEXT Outlook by Springboard Trust Chair Ian Narev
..according to Ian Narev, Chair of the NEXT supported Springboard Trust and CEO of the Australian Commonwealth Bank.
Ian shared his insights into Enabling Outstanding Educational Leaders at a NEXT Outlook, thought leadership breakfast in Auckland.