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Porirua Young Entrepreneur Award

The Porirua Young Entrepreneur Award aims to recognise and financially support young people excelling in various fields such as Art and Culture, Education, Sport, STEM, and Environmental or Community Work.

The awards were established in 2010 to acknowledge outstanding young individuals in Porirua. Selected by a panel of independent judges who selects the award recipients based on written applications.

The Porirua Young Entrepreneur Scholarship, specifically, was founded by Girl Native and Egypt Rain to support young entrepreneurs in the region. This scholarship aims to foster innovation and business acumen among Porirua’s youth.

At Girl Native, we are proud to support the Porirua Young Entrepreneur Award as part of the Porirua Youth Awards. This initiative is close to our hearts as it aligns with our mission to foster innovation and empower the next generation of business leaders in our community.

Application Process Eligibility:

Applicants must be between 16 and 24 years old and either reside in Porirua or have a strong connection to the community.
Submission: We require a detailed application, including a business plan, personal statement, and references. The application should highlight the applicant’s entrepreneurial journey, achievements, and future goals.


Judging Criteria:

Our judges look for innovation, impact, sustainability, and the potential for growth in the business ideas presented. We also value passion and commitment to the venture.


Award Benefits:


Financial Support: Winners receive a monetary grant to help further their business endeavours.


Mentorship: Awardees are paired with experienced mentors who provide guidance and support in various aspects of business development.


Networking Opportunities: Winners get the chance to connect with other entrepreneurs, business leaders, and potential investors through events and workshops.

Maria Mihaka, Founder of Tropical Beauty Bar, was the recent recipient for the PYE Award.

"The PYE scholarship was founded by Girl Native and Egypt Rain.
to support Ngā taiohi ō Porirua in entrepreneurship and career focussed goals.
It is our honour to award Maria Mihaka the Porirua Young Entrepreneurship Scholarship for 2022.
Kei ōu ringaringa te ao ē hine.
A warm and loving mihi to Haukatangi Heta for your manaaki, awhi and aroha.
Today you blessed us with your presence and we are forever grateful for your kindness and generosity coming all the way from Te Awamutu to Te whanagnui-a-tara to present the PYE Scholarship Award.
Thank you for all you have done and all you continue to be, your impact on our rangatahi is powerful and we are also excited to see your growth in many more purposeful spaces around the motu and te ao.
Thank you to the supporters of PYE Scholarship and the Board of Directors who made this possible Rawinia Rimene @girlnativeofficial and Nizz Makalio @egyptrainnz"
 

Applications are currently closed*