The Migrant Workplace Communication Training Programmes are designed to help people from migrant backgrounds build confidence, clarity and professionalism with English in any situation. Through interactive workshops, one-to-one coaching, and real-world practice, participants learn how to express their skills, share their stories and build strong connections in the workplace and beyond.

This course is for

• Migrants wanting to speak with confidence and clarity in public spaces

• Migrants preparing for job interviews or wanting to gain a promotion at work

• Migrants developing their listening skills in New Zealand English

• Migrants interpreting between their first language and English

What you'll learn

• Greater confidence in interviews, meetings, and presentations

• Clearer pronunciation and stronger communication skills

• Better understanding of New Zealand workplace culture and expectations 

• Present your ideas and experience with credibility, even if English is your second language

• Increased job opportunities and career progression

• Stronger sense of belonging and connection

• Learn how to work with diverse teams and customers with awareness and respect

• Gain a recognised Speech New Zealand qualification, adding credibility to your CV

Benefits to the Community

• Equip community members to represent their people in community, school, and council spaces

• Support migrant voices to be heard and understood in wider public forums

• More skilled, engaged, and confident workforce

• Promote understanding and inclusion through skilled cross-cultural language and communication

• Stronger local networks and social cohesion

• Employers gain valuable talent and perspectives

• Positive role models for future migrants

• Foster intergenerational learning