Download Resources Kaiparahuarahi Enjoy the voices of the sector in the official journal of Youth Work in Aotearoa Explore Code of Ethics Explore the standards we expect from everyone in our sector. Explore Research Learn more about the research that underpins our kaupapa. Explore Mana Taiohi Dive deeper into the Mana Taiohi Youth Development Principles Explore MOSAIC Delve into MOSAIC to kickstart conversations about prejudice, racism, and identity Explore Practice Note: Addressing Gambling Harm A resource to help navigate ethical considerations around gambling. Explore

Supervisor Database List Filter by Locations Select Locations Smrithi Sriram Auckland smrithisriram94@gmail.com Julie Ryle Online, Bay of Plenty Julie.ryle@aspiretherapy.co.nz Tabby Besley Online, Wellington, National talkingwithtabby@gmail.com Leisa Moorhouse Bay of Plenty, Online leisa_moorhouse@outlook.com Charissa Kavermann Online, Auckland, National charissa.kavermann@gmail.com Paranahia Roera Wellington, National riana.roera@hotmail.co.nz Helen Willetts Online, Waikato willetts53@gmail.com Suzanne Cocker Online, Manawatu-Whanganui suzannecocker.pohutukawaplace@gmail.com C(Kere) Fransen Online, Canterbury kongaawairaarangahou@gmail.com Irka Omoboni-Soulat Online, Auckland irka@xtra.co.nz Sarah Finlay Robinson Auckland, Online sarah@incommonnz.org Leah Rothman Online, Wellington, National leahisasupervisor@gmail.com Paola Montanaro Online, Marlborough info@therapytides.co.nz Jade Eru National, Wellington jadeeru@yahoo.com Phil Trotter Online, Canterbury philtrotteryouthservices@gmail.com Morgan Dando Online, Taranaki, National Morgandando@gmail.com Dacia Davison Online dacia@daciadavison.com Lisa Willey Online, Manawatu-Whanganui lisa@connectandinspire.co.nz Sally Beale Northland, Online sally.beale@protonmail.com Karen Howieson Online, Nelson-Tasman kmhowieson67@gmail.com Gayle Lauder Online, Canterbury g.dotlauder@gmail.com Michelle Tukana Otago, Online, National michelletukana@gmail.com Bridie Marsden-Boyd Online, Canterbury boyd.bridie@gmail.com Troy Wathey Online, National troywathey@hotmail.com Alan Tāne Solomon Online alan@atscoach.com Liesl Niania-Sharples Online, Auckland lieslani77@gmail.com Tetteh Lomotey Online TettehAnansiConsulting@gmail.com Wyatt Butcher Online, Canterbury wyatt@pst.org.nz Toia Chase Waikato toiachase@gmail.com Dr. Helen Tau'au-Filisi Online, Auckland helenftauau@gmail.com Alannah Meredith Vatau Auckland alannahmeredithvatau@gmail.com Jayne Mercier Online jaynemercier@gmail.com Danae Bernard Online danae.spyda@gmail.com Silvia Purdie Online, Wellington silvia.purdie@gmail.com Tessa Aranga Canterbury tessa.aranga@icloud.com Karen Shepherd Online, Manawatu-Whanganui karenconsultant@outlook.com Mark Donaldson Online, Auckland, National pulse360supervision@gmail.com Rowan Cant Auckland rowan.cant.bsw@gmail.com Cherida Fraser Online, Wellington cheridafraser@gmail.com Ai Kihara Online ai@hanacounselling.com Andy Smith Online, Otago andy@pursuelifeinc.com Adam Bouman Online adam@navigating-space.com Elise Anderson Online, Wellington elise@edjestrengths.com Heather Blissett Online, Wellington heather.7.blissett@gmail.com Rachel Hawthorne Online, Canterbury rachel@transformingconversations.nz Daniela Gonzalez-Bea Online, Auckland nourishingartstherapy@gmail.com Julie McGregor Canterbury, Online, National julie@juliemcgregor.co.nz Linda Paealiki Online, Auckland lpaealiki03@gmail.com Amy Lloyd Online, National, Canterbury amy.supervision@outlook.co.nz Robert Wilson Online, National pyoc1966@gmail.com Lulu Cooper Online, Waikato, Bay of Plenty CoopsLu712@hotmail.com Louise Taylor Online, Manawatu-Whanganui, National louise.supervision@outlook.com Olivia Hart Online, Auckland, National hart_olivia@hotmail.com Steve Toelupe Wellington conschucks@yahoo.com Sarah McDonald Online, National segulahcoaching@outlook.co.nz Moana Everton Online, Manawatu-Whanganui moana_e@hotmail.com Andy Kapeli Online, Auckland andy.supervision@gmail.com Rod Baxter Online, Wellington, National rodbaxter28@gmail.com Fiona Mackinnon Auckland mackfim@gmail.com Amohia Rolls Manawatu-Whanganui, Online, Waikato, Hawke's Bay, Wellington, Northland, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki rongomauri.trust@gmail.com Naveed Ahmed Online, Auckland extsupervision@gmail.com Heather Came Wellington dr.heather.came@gmail.com Kirsten Smith Online, Wellington kirstensmith40@gmail.com Sebastiano Scalia Online, Canterbury sebscalianz@icloud.com Alta Sacra Online, National, Canterbury info@neuroinclusive.co.nz Tammie Metcalfe Online, Manawatu-Whanganui, National tammie.metcalfe@gmail.com Vicky Finlayson Online vickyfsupervisor@gmail.com Shannon Clarke Online, National shannon@inspirationjunkies.co.nz Falefatu Nimarota Wellington falefatu.nimarota@ohf.org.nz Kristina Cavit Auckland, Online, Taranaki Kristinacavit@gmail.com Kirsty Robinson Online, Manawatu-Whanganui kirzt.holland@gmail.com Te Kaweora Barton Waikato, Online tekaweora@gmail.com Linda Bougen Canterbury linda@headlinesupervision.co.nz Kim Freeth Online, Marlborough kfreethfighter@gmail.com Kit Winter-Davis Online, Canterbury kitrina_winter@hotmail.com Ritchie Telfer Canterbury, Online ritchie.telfer@gmail.com Peter Shimwell Online, Auckland shimpads@gmail.com Mandy Davis Online, Bay of Plenty mandyd.supervision@gmail.com Tony Yuretich Online, Bay of Plenty tony.yuretich@icloud.com Tracey Wakefield Online, Canterbury traceywakefieldsupervision@gmail.com Miriam Sessa Online miriamsessa@therapy-consulting.com Amy Colonna Online, Bay of Plenty restoretauranga@outlook.co.nz Laverne Robinson Online laverne@lavernecoaching.com Janell Vaughn Online, Wellington janell.vaughn@gmail.com Sumita Sumita Online, National office@youarethetherapist.com Saskia Walsh Online, Nelson-Tasman, National supervisionaotearoa@gmail.com Louise Sue Online, Canterbury louisesuemahi@gmail.com Anaru Kerei-Gray Online, Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Taranaki, Manawatu-Whanganui, Wellington, Canterbury, Marlborough, National, Otago, Nelson-Tasman culturaladvicemaori@gmail.com Tyson Walters Online, Auckland tyson@incouragesupervision.com Madeleine Taylor Online, Wellington Madeleine@peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz Amber Paterson amberbpaterson@gmail.com Marilyn Lockwood Auckland mpheenyx@gmail.com Allysia Kraakman Waikato, Online nzholisticperformance@gmail.com Daisy Halafihi-Ta'ufo'ou Online, Auckland, National dtsupervision@gmail.com Shane Kennard Online, Waikato shane.kennard@outlook.com 'Avalu Tupou Tausala Waikato, Online avalutausala9@gmail.com Avalu Tupou Tausala Online, Waikato avalutausala9@gmail.com Jess Ngahere Online, Waikato ariroacollective@gmail.com Anjali Naran-Butler Online, Manawatu-Whanganui anj@hwc.org.nz Tania To'oa Seiuli Online, National tarniyah001@gmail.com Lazarus Haurua-Long Online, Auckland lazarus.haurua@gmail.com Megan Fidler Otago, Online meganfidlersmith@icloud.com Dougal Mckinnon National, Online dougal.mckinnon@adlnz.org.nz Ashni Marsh National ashni.marsh@gmail.com Katherine Montgomery Online, Wellington kathymontgomery25@gmail.com Hannah Keller Online, Manawatu-Whanganui hrkeller635@gmail.com Hana Rose Online, National hanarosetherapy@gmail.com Sebastian Maedler Online, Canterbury maedlersebastian@gmail.com Mere Thompson Auckland, Hawke's Bay, Online mere@wairere.org.nz Eli Fraser Online, Taranaki, National eli.fraser@outlook.co.nz Laura Christie Online, Canterbury, National laura.cultivatepractice@gmail.com Fiona Smorag National, Auckland info@iptonline.co.nz Paul Thompson Wellington paul@kickstart.org.nz Te Rangianiwaniwa Herewini Auckland kim_mahu@hotmail.com Aioo Donna Tavita National donna.charlie18@gmail.com Feleti Hema Online, National, Canterbury feletihema@gmail.com Nicolette Norval Online, National info@narrativesoflife.co.nz Anne Honey-Monk Online, Bay of Plenty awaihihoney@yahoo.co.nz Melesina Umeano Online, Auckland meleumeano@hotmail.com Kirsten Job National, Online kirstenjob@outlook.co.nz External Supervision Services - Maralyn MacLeod Wellington externalsupervision@gmail.com Josiah Komene josiah.komene@whakatumarae.co.nz Belinda Urquhart Online, Hawke's Bay, National Belle@essentialchoices.co.nz Tupefou Serah Kapeteni Auckland landskape2@gmail.com Kelli Bennett Auckland kabennett@me.com Toni Wellington National, Wellington toni.wellington@weltec.ac.nz Anne-Marie Morrison National, Wellington anne-marie@manukasupervision.nz Ahoia Atevalu Online cultivatingpathways@gmail.com Matt Renata National, Wellington matthewrenata@outlook.com Jennifer Shepheard Northland, Online, National jennifershepheard4@gmail.com Martine Hartley-Parsons National martine@pitomata.co.nz Jayce Maumalo National, Online tmaumalo@gmail.com Jenna Wyllie National, Auckland, Online

Mātauranga With young people, we are empowered by rich and diverse mātauranga that encompasses good knowledge, wisdom and understanding. Mātauranga refers to knowledge, wisdom, understanding and skill. It includes research, individual experience, customary and cultural knowledge, and the beliefs and ideals held by young people and their whānau. Good information is useful, timely, meaningful, honours indigenous thinking, evidence based and translated for the recipient to reflect on. We can strengthen mātauranga by weaving together these different forms of knowledge and making them relevant to the decisions facing young people and their whānau. Being empowered by rich and diverse mātauranga informs both young people and people who work with young people towards personal growth. Young people actively participate in making meaning of information and are supported to holistically make positive choices for them, and their whānau. People who work with young people are supported to actively reflect on their relationships and practice Mana Taiohi with JJ and Arohauni Mātauranga in Practice: Kaupapa Māori Frameworks in Ngā Tikanga Whānaketanga – He Arotake Tuhinga In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Dr Elizabeth Kerekere, Dr Kelsey Deane, and Hilary Dutton explore the concept of Mātauranga. Read Kaiparahuarahi Kōrero Cafe: Mātauranga Māturang and the Code of Ethics 22. Kaitiakitanga | Supervision 23. Te Rangahau Me Te Arotake | Research and Evaluation 24. Te Whakapakari Me Te Aro | Professional Development Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.

< Back Rod Baxter Ko Kaukau te maunga te rū nei taku ngakau Ko Korimako te awa e mahea nei āku māharahara Ko Tangata Tiriti te iwi I whānau mai ahau i Pōneke E mihi ana ki ngā tohu o nehe, o Tarikākā e noho nei au. I’ve been a youth worker since 2000, and I’ve had supervision every month since. It’s undoubtedly one of the things that’s sustained my practice. After supervising groups in volunteer roles, I was first asked to be a colleague’s supervisor in 2003. After a few years of stumbling around, I studied a postgrad qualification through 2006-2007: it focused my supervision practice and helped me be a better youth worker too. These days I’m the CEO of The King’s Trust Aotearoa. I devote a day each fortnight to offer supervision to a range of practitioners, mostly in youth development and/or serving communities. I’m part of several supervision networks, most notably The Project Team: https://theprojectteam.co.nz/professional-supervision/ My husband Dylan is a local teacher; we’re slowly renovating an old villa. I’m studying te reo Māori and read comic books to unwind. My Approach How ‘super’ is your ‘vision’? How comprehensively do you see the work you’re doing? How might another perspective help strengthen your mahi - for the benefit of young people (or whomever you serve), your organisation, yourself, and the profession. My super-vision approach is intentional, collaborative and strengths-based. It works best when you arrive with clarity about what you want to discuss, and we reflect thoroughly. I’m here to support and challenge you, to offer resources and ideas, and to prompt action. You can read a bit more about my approach in the resource I wrote for youth workers called the ‘Supervision Scrapbook’, available via Ara Taiohi. I also facilitate workshops about how to get the most out of supervision, and how to be an intentional supervisor. This includes a micro-credential with Praxis. Qualifications Postgraduate Diploma in Social Service Supervision with Distinction (Massey University, PGDipSSS) Diploma in Youth Work Bachelor of Arts (Victoria University) majoring in Theatre and Education (Youth Development) Te Reo Māori Profesional Association Korowai Tupu Connect with the Supervisor Directly rodbaxter28@gmail.com Previous Next

Whakapapa Taiohi With young people we understand and affirm their whakapapa, exploring how genealogies and heritage connect to their sense of identity and belonging. Whakapapa includes the genealogies and stories of descendants and their connection to whenua (land) for all cultures. It acknowledges our shared histories and the impact of colonisation in Aotearoa. Acknowledging the whakapapa of young people means, in their own way and in their own time, exploring how these histories influence their lives right now. Young people are supported to embrace the journey to find their tūrangawaewae, their place to stand. Mana Taiohi with JJ and Arohauni Whakapapa In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Nikki Hurst and Annabel Prescott explore the concept of whakapapa and how the whakapapa of young people impacts on youth work Read Kaiparahuarahi Kōrero Cafe: Whakapapa Whakapapa and the Code of Ethics 6. Ko Au, Ko Koe. Ko Tātou 7. Te Whakapapa o Aotearoa | Understanding Aotearoa Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.

< Back Matt Renata My Approach Qualifications Bachelor in Indigenous Theology (Māori & Pasifika) Diploma in Youth & Community Development Diploma in Māori Leadership Diploma in Te Reo Māori Certificate in Supervision Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly matthewrenata@outlook.com Previous Next

< Back Heather Blissett Kia Ora, Ko Heather ahau. I can be found in Upper Hutt North with a cabin that opens out to a rural view. This has been a vision of mine for some time. A safe space that supports connection to te taiao while maintaining protection from the various weather elements. Reflecting on my life experiences has led me to the realization that Te Taiao has quietly underpinned all that I am and do. So, it was only natural that my Youth Work model of practice was the ngahere/forest. My model is heavily influenced by the Te Aorangi model because it represents the interconnectedness of all (Rangimarie Pere). Since 2008 I have walked alongside rangatahi in a variety of roles both voluntarily and for various organisations both Government and Non-Government while gaining qualifications in Youth Work. Ironically, while completing an ‘Adventure Based Learning’ paper with Praxis the opportunity to attend a pilot Youth Workers ‘connect’ course at Outward Bound presented itself. So, in the middle of winter, I ticked a bucket list goal. My Approach Explore practice issues as they arise, providing strategies/ideas for dealing with difficulties/crisis situations, Be a sounding board for exploring options and ideas, Provide a safe environment for articulating and exploring issues with the guarantee of confidentiality. Explore professional development opportunities Qualifications Bachelor of Youth Development - Weltec Graduate Diploma in Professional (bicultural) Supervision - TWOA Diploma Youth Work - Praxis Rongoa (tikanga) L3 - TWOA Profesional Association Korowai Tupu Connect with the Supervisor Directly heather.7.blissett@gmail.com Previous Next

Whai Wāhitanga Whai wāhitanga recognises young people as valued contributions to society, creating space for participation, agency and responsibility. Mana is the authority we inherit at birth and we accrue over our lifetime. It determines the right of a young person to have agency in their lives and the decisions that affect them.  It acknowledges self-determination, empowered citizenship and authentic learning. From this flows whai wāhitanga, participation. We enable young people to be empowered to participate when we allow all young people to navigate and participate in the world, rather than privileging the voices of a few. Young people are supported to choose their level of engagement in decisions that affect them. Mana Taiohi with JJ and Arohauni Whai Wāhtanga: Youth Participation in Aotearoa - Before 2020 and Beyond In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Sarah Finlay-Robinson, Rod Baxter, and Hannah Dunlop explore the whakapapa of youth participation in Aotearoa with insights from their experiences. Read Kaiparahuarahi Kōrero Cafe: Whai Wāhitanga Whai Wāhitanga and the Code of Ethics 21. Whakamana | Empowerment Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.

Whakapapa of Youth Week Youth Week began in 1995 with a handful of events scattered throughout Canada. Since then it has gathered momentum and is now celebrated each year in countries all around the world. Aotearoa New Zealand first marked Youth Week in the late 1990s, with NZAAHD weaving the first festivals and later entrusting it’s celebrations to Ara Taiohi in 2010. 2025 Whai Wāhitanga Take Our Place 2024 We may not have it all together, but together we have it all. Māwherangi a tama roto ka taka, kāpuia ake ka pūrangiaho. 2023 Leaders of (tomorrow?) today! Ehara ahau i te rangatira mō āpōpō, engari he rangatira ahau mō tēnei rā. 2022 Our voices matter. We deserve to be heard. Taringa whakarongo! ki te reo o ngā taiohi. 2021 We’re stronger together. He waka eke noa

< Back Youth Impact Awards Youth Voice The Y Central South Island Target Age: 12-24 Address: 23 Butler Street, Timaru Central, Timaru 7910, New Zealand When: 22 May 2026 6:00 am katy@ymcasc.org.nz The Youth Impact Awards 2026 celebrate the heart, generosity, and leadership of young people across South Canterbury. Hosted in partnership by The Y Central South Island, Refugee Settlement Services, The Tongan Society South Canterbury, and the Timaru District Council, the event shines a light on rangatahi aged 12–24 who make a meaningful difference in their communities — often quietly, humbly, and without recognition. Previous Next

All things Youth Week! Process overview, terms and conditions. Keen to apply? Start here! Youth Week Grant Agreement By submitting the form below, you agree to accept the offer of a Youth Week Grant from Ara Taiohi and understand that by agreeing you/ your organisation must meet the following criteria: Your event must be held during Youth Week 2026: 18-24 May, 2026. Your event will be alcohol, smoke and drug-free. If your event is a public event, you understand that it will be posted on the Ara Taiohi website as part of the official Youth Week calendar. This information will be drawn from the response you provide below in the Youth Week Grant Agreement . All information relating to the amount and payment of grants will remain private and will not be shared. You will share/tag your event with Ara Taiohi on Facebook and Instagram unless your event is a completely private event. You will include the Youth Week logo or theme image on promotional material. These will be made available on the Ara Taiohi website shortly. Any equipment bought with this grant belongs to your organisation, not an individual. You will complete an evaluation form, outlining how your Youth Week event went. The Ara Taiohi team will share this form with you. It must be completed and returned to Ara Taiohi by 15 June 2026 Youth Week Grant Agreement Congratulations of your Youth Week grant! The youth panel and Ara Taiohi are excited to be supporting your event. A big shout out to our funders that make this possible! Ministry of Youth Development, Ihi Aotearoa/Sport NZ, Wayne Francis Charitable Trust and Te Rourou/One Foundation. Below are 3 key parts to this form: Event details for the Youth Week Events Calendar. Uploading your invoice. Please check the following: Amount is correct. If you are GST registered, please invoice the amount you have been granted PLUS GST. If you are not GST registered, please invoice the amount you have been granted WITHOUT GST. Invoice out to Ara Taiohi, 265 Wakefield Street, Wellington 6011 with your event name and organisation in the description. By completing this form you agree to the terms and conditions and accept our grant offer. Tell us about your event for the Youth Week Events Calendar! Title of your event * Event Organiser (Organisation)* Event Address* Event Date* Day Month Year Start Time Time : Hours Minutes AM Event Type Online Events Health & Sport Games & Kai Art Music & Dance Cultural Educational Youth Market Film Screening Youth Voice Other Short description of your event* Event Image Upload File Is your event open to the public?* Yes, the more the merrier No, this is a private event Registration Link Target age (click all that apply) 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Contact email address* Invoicing information Are you GST registered?* Yes, we are GST registered. I will upload an invoice with the amount you have been granted PLUS GST. Please make your tax invoice is IRD compliant. No, we are not GST registered. I will upload an invoice with the amount you have been granted WITHOUT GST. Please make your tax invoice is IRD compliant. Please upload* Upload invoice for your grant If you are GST registered, please invoice the amount you have been granted PLUS GST. If you are not GST registered, please invoice the amount you have been granted WITHOUT GST. I sign below agreeing to the terms and conditions and accept the grant offer* Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. Submit

Tyler Ngatai Pou Arataki He/ Him Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Ruanui I advocate for rangatahi and those who work alongside young people. I am a dedicated youth worker grounded in Te Ao Māori values. With whakapapa connections to Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tahu, and Ngāti Ruanui, I bring an intersectional lens to my work, recognising the strength and complexity of identity in the lives of young people today. With a background in counselling and over 15 years of experience working with rangatahi, I’ve supported young people to navigate challenges, explore their identities, and stand confidently in who they are. My work spans individual support, whānau-based approaches, and community development. Based in Ōtautahi Christchurch, I work at both community and systems levels to scaffold youth voice and create spaces where rangatahi and those who support them can be their most authentic selves and truly heard. Get in touch to discuss If you’d like to connect or kōrero further about my mahi, I’m always open to sharing ideas and working together to strengthen how we support rangatahi, whether that’s at the grassroots or in leadership spaces. Contact tyler.ngatai@arataiohi.org.nz