People in the employment advocacy sector are being invited to an online hui on 10 December to consider whether there should be education credentials in place for employment advocates.

An employment advocate can represent somebody during an employment dispute in New Zealand. Employment advocates are frequently lawyers, but they do not have to be. There are currently no legal requirements for someone wishing to be an employment advocate.

Industry members have identified an opportunity to consider development of education specific to employment advocacy, which would help create standards of practice and provide a recognised pathway into employment advocacy.

Following this advice from industry, Ringa Hora Services Workforce Development Council wants to bring everyone involved in employment advocacy together to hold this hui to discuss whether something should be created. This could be a qualification, standard, or some other measure.

The aim is to ensure high standards of employment advocacy, and to strengthen the confidence that members of the public have in their advocates.

Anyone who would like to attend is invited to register at the link provided below. We would love to see you there.

Employment Advocacy Hui, 10 December, 1pm

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