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Celebrating Youth Work in Aotearoa: Safe places, trusted support, opportunities to thrive
From 3–9 November, Aotearoa joins the global celebration of International Youth Work Week; a chance to recognise the transformative impact of Youth Work and the dedicated professionals who walk alongside young people every day. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Youth Work in Aotearoa – Safe places, trusted support, opportunities to thrive,” reflects the vital role youth workers play in creating environments where young people can build confidence and strengthen their sense of b
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Celebrating the Power of Youth Work to Transform Lives in Aotearoa
Later this week, Ōtautahi Christchurch will come alive with the energy and passion of 800 youth workers, researchers, community leaders...
Aug 5
Youth Week 2025 Launches Across Aotearoa: 'Take Our Place – Whai Wāhitanga'
Youth Week 2025 was officially launched last night. The fun-filled event at Te Tai Ohinga | Central City Youth Hub kicked off a week...
May 20
Ara Taiohi calls for Abuse Apology to be backed up by rangatahi-centred policies
Over the last few months, Ara Taiohi has been digesting the report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in State and Faith Care....
Nov 12, 2024
Cuts to publicly funded front-line youth services puts vulnerable children at risk
Ara Taiohi, the peak body for youth development in Aotearoa, is deeply disappointed by comments made yesterday by Minister Chhour. We...
Aug 8, 2024
Ara Taiohi calls on the government to learn the lessons of the Royal Commission of Inquiry intoAbuse in State and Faith Based Care’s Report
Ara Taiohi is deeply troubled by the revelations made in today’s report by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in State and...
Jul 24, 2024
Youth focused organisations highlight policy shift needed to avoid repeating the abuse outlined in recent reports
Youth focused organisations are calling for a significant shift in government narrative and policy towards young people experiencing...
Jul 24, 2024
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