Ara Taiohi, the peak body for youth development in Aotearoa, has announced the theme for Youth Week 2026 (18–24 May 2026). The theme, “Our voices matter! We deserve to be heard/ Taringa whakarongo! Ki te reo o ngā taiohi!”, was chosen by young people and people in the youth sector across Aotearoa. Youth Week is a national celebration of young people. Importantly, Youth Week is for everyone. It’s a chance to celebrate being a young person, or to celebrate a young person in you

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

Later this week, Ōtautahi Christchurch will come alive with the energy and passion of 800 youth workers, researchers, community leaders...