A life skills education is a powerful tool for change.
Momentum supports education and social integration initiatives for people in prison and those serving community-based sentences. We do this by supporting the delivery of life and financial skills programmes in prisons and in the community.
By connecting people with strengths-based, practical life skills programmes, we help equip them to become productive, independent, and confident individuals capable of positive change.
Since 2018, we have partnered with Life101, a leading provider of life skills programmes in New Zealand’s prisons and Community Corrections Centres. Life101 employs specialised facilitators who have lived or professional experience working in the justice system, earning high levels of engagement from participants. Together, we reach up to 5,000 at-risk individuals each year, equipping them with essential life and financial skills.
Programmes
The programmes are interactive and hands-on, with open kōrero, group discussions, and practical activities that keep participants engaged. Each session is goal-focused, helping participants plan real, positive steps toward a better future. Designed for different learning styles, the programmes make learning accessible, relevant, and easy to connect with. Participants receive a practical workbook and free access to Launchpad an online life and financial skills course, that supports them to keep building confidence and capability beyond the programme.
Explore the life and financials skills programmes currently delivered through our partnership with Life101.
A one-day programme where participants will gain perspective through personality profiles, learn how prepare a CV, approach employers, prepare for job interviews, set goals and plan practical steps towards a crime-free future.
Find out more about this Life101 programme here.
A one-day programme where participants gain practical money-saving tools by understanding tax, learning how to manage debt, establish a budget, set short and long-term savings goals, and plan for the future.
Find out more about this Life101 programme here.
A one-day programmes that builds on ‘Money&Me’ where participants will learn how to manage debt, navigate the share market, pass on financial skills to their tamariki and master goal-setting to achieve their aspirations.
Find out more about this Life101 programme here.
A one-day programme where participants learn about emotional intelligence (EQ) and explore their personal leadership potential by developing their self-awareness, defining what makes them unique and understanding how this can support a richer, healthier and balanced life.
Find out more about this Life101 programme here.
A four-day programme that includes all of the essential life and financial skills workshops to empower participants with real-world skills, and motivation to create a positive change in their lives.
Find out more about this Life101 programme here.
A four-day programme that builds on ‘Foundations101’ with hands-on workshops empowering participants to gain financial independence and build emotional resilience to take control of their future.
Find out more about this Life101 programme here.
‘Money&Me’ Participant, Ōtara Community Corrections Centre
“I want to take advantage of this programme and start a business to be financially stable.”
‘Work-Ready, World-Ready’ Participant, Henderson Community Corrections Centre
“Take what I've learnt today and use it in all aspects of my life.”
‘Money&Me’ Participant, Tauranga Community Corrections Centre
“I enjoyed everything. Left the course feeling excited and full of interest and energy. Great movement.”
'Foundations101' Participant, Invercargill Prison
"Having my eyes opened to being more confident and knowing that it's never too late to invest in myself and my future."
‘Money&Me’ Participant, Auckland Region Women’s Correction Facility
“Thank you! Just straight up thanks for opening and blowing my mind with knowledge.”
'Work-Ready, World-Ready' Participant, Taupō Community Corrections Centre
"Thanks for the information, it's exactly what I needed for my current situation - much appreciated."
If you’d like to learn more about these programmes or how your support can help expand their reach, please get in touch.