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Dayna Carter Events She/ Her Ko Ruapehu tōku maunga Ko Whanganui tōku awa Ko Aotea me Kurahaupo ōku waka Ko Te Atihaunui-a-Pāpārangi, Ngāti Apa, Rangitāne ki Manawatū ōku iwi Nō Whanganui ahau, engari e no ana au i te Whanganui-a-Tara. Ko Dayna tōku ingoa I'm Dayna and I am the kaitiaki of events for Ara Taiohi. I have a deep passion for supporting our sector and do that in the events space. Creating experiential spaces is my vibe and jam! Outside of mahi I love spending quality time with my two daughters, my partner, my two doggies and being deep in nature. Get in touch to discuss Anything regarding Youth Week which is a campaign and national festival of events organised by young people to celebrate the talents, passions and success of young people. Also anything regarding INVOLVE, which is the national conference for youth development. INVOLVE is a chance for the youth sector to gather, connect, learn, laugh and 'be' together. Contact dayna.carter@arataiohi.org.nz

< Back Kaiparahuarahi Read the voices of our sector Kaiparahuarahi is the official journal of Youth Work in Aotearoa, providing a platform for reflection, research, and dialogue across the youth development sector. Grounded in Mana Taiohi and the values that guide youth work practice, Kaiparahuarahi shares the voices, insights, and experiences of youth workers, researchers, and rangatahi to strengthen and celebrate youth work in Aotearoa. Download Resources Previous Next

Renee Ngatai Training & Mosaic Co-ordinator/ Korowai Tupu Administrator She/ Her No te uri o Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāruahine, Ngāi Tahu, me Ngāti Porou. I am a dedicated advocate for the professionalisation of Youth Work, committed to strengthening the sector through research, training, and kaupapa like Mana Taiohi. As a mother to three amazing tamariki—Xavier (16), Marley (14), and Harper (6)—I see the power of youth development both personally and professionally. My passion lies in supporting taiohi to overcome ba Get in touch to discuss ⭐ Korowai Tupu ⭐ Kōrero Café ⭐ Korowau Tupu Applications ⭐ Kaiparahuarahi ⭐ Mosaic ⭐ Trainings Contact renee.ngatai@arataiohi.org.nz

Chris Davidson Accountant He/ Him Community focused financial translator I started out as a Chartered Accountant in the corporate world, but working with a few non-profit clients quickly made me realise where my heart truly was - helping communities, especially young people. So, I traded spreadsheets for sociology books, did some extra study, and never looked back. Now, more than 20 years later, I’m still passionate about making a real impact, empowering youth-focused organisations, and loving every moment of it! Get in touch to discuss Finance and billing issues Contact bookkeeping@arataiohi.org.nz

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Whakapapa - Mana Taiohi Here is how Mana Taiohi came to be. We acknowledge the many voices and hands who helped to shape the principles and those who continue to give them life and meaning. Context The Youth Development Principles of Aotearoa (Mana Taiohi) inform the wider ecosystem that supports young people in Aotearoa to thrive. They are the result of a review of the principles of youth development previously expressed in the Youth Development Strategy of Aotearoa (2002) Sector Engagement and Research Many threads were woven to make the Mana Taiohi framework. We embarked on a journey of engagement and review to ensure the final principles reflect the rich cultural heritage of Aotearoa and the current youth development sector. The Kete Kupenga framework was used to consider the information gathered. It featured a loose diamond weave that starts simply and develops into an intricate knot where double strands meet. The four double strands feeding into the knot represent components of intersectional youth development: te Ao Māori (Māori world), taiohi (young people), kaimahi (workers: people who work with young people, including a Pacific fono) and mātauranga (knowledge, research). The knots themselves represent key points of whakapapa in those intersections such as events or publications. The space between the weave represents wairua, time and place. In order to encompass the range of contributions for the Arotake (review) of the YDSA, and to reflect calls for a kaupapa Māori and Treaty-based concept, a Māori framework was developed. Taiohi Kaimahi Te Ao Māori Pasifika fono Sector Review Literature Review The collective voices of over 1,000 young people were gathered and collated into two reports, Ngā Kōrero Hauora o Ngā Taiohi and Strengthening The Youth Development Strategy . We heard from over 600 youth development practitioners, including coming together over 10 regional hui: Kaimahi Voice - The Voice of Practitioners This report captures the voice of Ngā Kaihoe (through wānaga around the motu) with a te ao Māori lens on the principles of the YDSA: Ngā Whakaaro Ngā Kaimahi Māori A Pasifika fono reviewing the YDSA led to this report: Pasifika Review A report by the Centre for Social Impact mapped the context of the youth development ecosystem in Aotearoa: The Youth Development Ecosystem An Aotearoa-based literature review: He Arotake Tuhinga The Outcome All of the above feedback was collated and reviewed by a focus group, as well as receiving linguistic advice from a translator accredited by the Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori | Māori Language Commission. Over 100 kaimahi participated in a survey, providing feedback on the draft principles. Feedback was summarised and reported to the focus group, then designed and printed. We launched the new look principles, now referred to as Mana Taiohi, at our AGM on 22 October 2019.

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MOSAIC Our MOSAIC resources support youth workers to hold safe, meaningful kōrero with rangatahi about racism, discrimination, and values, and to navigate situations where young people express and/or are impacted by discriminatory views. It is a powerful, community-led response that empowers youth workers and young people to foster empathy, understanding, and peaceful dialogue. Our mission is to create a more inclusive society where all rangatahi feel a sense of belonging and are equipped to navigate conversations around prejudice and racism with courage and compassion. Our Key Resources We have developed a suite of practical, youth-friendly resources to support youth workers in their critical mahi. These tools provide a structured and safe way to open up difficult conversations and build stronger, more resilient communities. MOSAIC Conversation Cards These cards kickstart conversations about prejudice, racism, and identity. Each card provides a thought-provoking question or prompt that encourages young people to share their stories, listen to others, and find common ground. They are a tangible resource for creating powerful, hopeful discussions. Order MOSAIC Cards Online Resources & Pathways The Mosaic website and online resources provide a central hub for deeper learning. It guides teachers, youth workers and young people toward resources, training pathways, and a supportive network. The site acts as a gateway to our tools and connects people to the broader movement of building a more peaceful and inclusive Aotearoa. Visit MOSAIC Website Practice Note: Responding to the Radicalisation of Young People This practice note provides youth workers with clear, actionable guidance on identifying and responding to the signs of radicalisation. It offers a framework grounded in positive youth development principles, equipping them to intervene early, provide support, and steer young people away from harmful ideologies. This document ensures that those on the front lines have the knowledge and confidence to protect vulnerable youth. Online Practice Note Purchase Practice Note Mosaic is a collaborative effort led by Ara Taiohi and The King's Trust New Zealand and supported by Nas, Aotearoa. We are proud to work alongside a broad network of supporters and partners who share our vision, including, and not limited to: Nas, Clare Foundation DIA PCVE Fund UNESCO Scouts NZ Rainbow Youth NZ Red Cross Shakti Baha'i, Muslim and Christian faith communities

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

Korowai Tupu Membership Agreement Personal Details First name* Last name* Name you are known as Phone Address* Email* Alternative Email Name of current employer or education institution Please upload a photo of you ID* Upload File Fees There is a flat application fee of $90 +GST. Please complete the payment below or let us know if you would like us to invoice your organisation. Please email the invoice to: Your membership fee for the remainder of the financial year (starting 1st July) will be invoiced when your membership has been approved. The cost of your membership is linked to your employment status. Which status best describes your current employment status?* Full-time (30+ hours): $150 +GST Part-time (>30 hours): $90 +GST Volunteer or Student: $75 +GST Signature I agree to the terms of membership * Signature* Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. Submit Pay Application Fee - Card Payment First name Last name Product Application Fee (inc. GST) $103.50 Email receipt to* Pay Now

Ngā Kaihoe Ngā Kaihoe is a kaupapa-driven community of practice where Māori youth development champions navigate and uphold the mana of all rangatahi that they support. Joining Ngā Kaihoe is an opportunity for youth workers to connect, grow, and lead alongside other kaimahi Māori. Ngā Kaihoe was specifically designed to ensure that Te Tiriti o Waitangi was integral to the running of the Peak Body of Youth Development in Aotearoa. It is important that Māori kaimahi see themselves reflected at every level of the organisation and sector. Ngā Kaihoe Membership Join Ngā Kaihoe and unlock opportunities to connect, grow, and lead alongside other kaimahi Māori driving change for rangatahi, as well as: WHANAUNGATANGA - Connecting with others Read More MAHITAHI - Collaboration Read More HAPAHAPAI - Advocacy Read More TUAKIRI - Identity Read More If you whakapapa Māori and would like to become a member of Ngā Kaihoe, please click below and submit your registration. Join Ngā Kaihoe Each quarter, Ngā Kaihoe shares a pānui that celebrates and reflects on our mahi. This information is shared to keep our whanau informed, inspired, and connected to the kaupapa. These pānui highlight the collective progress of Māori kaimahi and the Ngā Kaihoe network, aligning our stories with the wider movement of te iwi Māori and the rhythms that impact our reality. If you have something to contribute, get in touch with us at admin@arataiohi.org.nz Introducing Our Tohu The refreshed tohu and brand, developed in partnership with Taputapu Design, is inspired by the waka taurapa, the sternpost  of a waka that provides balance, direction and identity. As the taurapa steadies the waka, the Ngā Kaihoe tohu represents cultural anchoring and leadership within the youth development sector. “Ngā Kaihoe doesn’t exist all by itself, it’s part of a much bigger vision for how we would commit to te Tiriti inside this organisation.” Prof. Elizabeth Kerekere

Manaakitanga With young people we uphold and extend manaakitanga through reciprocal respect and care . Manaakitanga is expressing kindness and respect for others, emphasising responsibility and reciprocity. It creates accountability for those who care for young people, relationally or systemically. When we uphold and extend manaakitanga from a distance, safeguarding collective wellbeing includes adequate resources and training for people who work with young people. Young people who experience strong manaaki have a safe and empowering space, and feel accepted, included and valued. Mana Taiohi with JJ and Arohauni Manaakitanga 101 In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Sharon Davis explores the concept of Manaakitanga. Read Kaiparahuarahi Kōrero Cafe: Manaakitanga Manaakitanga and the Code of Ethics 18. Kia Āroa | Self - Awareness 19. Āu Ake Whāinga | Personal Agendas 20. Haumaru | Safety Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.