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Supervision Supervision in our sector is less about oversight more about a relationship, ideally external to your organisation, that asks the question: how super is your vision or how well do you see the work you do? The supervision relationship parallels the relationship we have with young people. Supervision provides youth workers with a safe place to reflect on professional development, personal support, organisational and practice issues, and to seek opportunities to increase effectiveness, safety and accountability within their practice. The Code of Ethics requires that youth workers actively participate in regular supervision. Find a supervisor to work with Join our supervisor database Meet some of our supervisors Supervision gives youth workers a safe space to reflect, grow their practice, and get the support they need to do their best work with young people. Maybe some of our supervisors who are also members of Korowai Tupu, the professional association for youth workers. Tayla Taylor Tayla Taylor (she/her) is a passionate youth development advocate, Korowai Tupu Member and trainer in Mana Taiohi and Code of Ethics. Recently qualified in professional supervision, Tayla is excited to support youth workers through reflective, strengths-based supervision that upholds ethical, safe, and competent practice. Qualifications : Bachelor of Social Work Post-Graduate Certificate in Professional Supervision Sarah Finlay Robinson Ko Sarah Finlay-Robinson ahau. Kei Tāmaki Makaurau e noho ana. I care deeply about youth workers and the vital role you play in helping taiohi thrive. For the past seven years, I’ve been offering external professional supervision. I offer supervision that is strengths-based, reflective, and relational. Qualifications: Level 5 Certificate in Supervision Te Ara Reo Māori (Levels 1 & 2) Level 5 Certificate in Adult Teaching & Learning Master of Health Science Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies Bachelor of Arts Supervision Scrapbook The Scrapbook provides practical information and exercises to help anyone working with young people strengthen their supervision practice. Buy the book

Supervisor Database List Filter by Locations Select Locations Eli Fraser Taranaki, Nation wide eli.fraser@outlook.co.nz Lisa Willey Palmerston North lisa@connectandinspire.co.nz Joshua Peauafi Wellington joshuapeauafi@gmail.com Alan Tāne Solomon Bay of Plenty alan@atscoach.com Tina Whaitiri Bay of Plenty Tina.Whaitiri99@gmail.com External Supervision Services Wellington externalsupervision@gmail.com Saskia Walsh National supervisionaotearoa@gmail.com Rod Baxter Manawatu-Whanganui rodbaxter28@gmail.com Janell Vaughn Wellington janell.vaughn@gmail.com Jayne Mercier Auckland jaynemercier@gmail.com Paul Thompson Wellington paul@uhcyt.org.nz Shane Kennard Waikato shane.kennard@outlook.com Kirk Vette Auckland kirkdv@gmail.com Shannon Clarke Waikato shannon@inspirationjunkies.co.nz Sarah Vaelua Manawatu-Whanganui sarahvaelua@gmail.com Marilyn Lockwood Auckland mpheenyx@gmail.com Heather Blissett Wellington outdoorblissupperhutt@gmail.com Andrew Anaru Gray National culturaladvicemaori@gmail.com Mikaere Pewhairangi Wellington oradsgn@gmail.com Steve Toelupe Wellington conschucks@yahoo.com Karen Shepherd National Karenconsultant@outlook.com Vincent Underwood Wellington vince.shea.underwood@gmail.com Fiona Wells Canterbury Fiona@innerwork.co.nz Laverne Robinson Auckland lavernesupervisor@gmail.com Sebastiano Scalia Canterbury sebscalianz@icloud.com Joel Brittenden Canterbury joel@innerwork.co.nz Madeleine Taylor Wellington madeleine@peopleskillsconsulting.co.nz Sulia Jackman Auckland Suliajackman@hotmail.com Toia Chase Waikato toiachase@gmail.com Rachel Hawthorne Canterbury rachel@transformingconversations.nz Tim Foote Wellington tim.foote.supervision@protonmail.com Mandy Davis Bay of Plenty mandyd.supervision@gmail.com Daisy Halafihi-Ta'ufo'ou Auckland dtsupervision@gmail.com Bronwyn Kerr Wellington ngatimanene@gmail.com Silja Baer Manawatu-Whanganui siljabaer@gmail.com Janine Felton Auckland janine@celebratinglifecoaching.co Tania Liuagamatagi Auckland tanialsupervision@gmail.com Liz Kinley Wellington elizk@xtra.co.nz Bonnie Tainui National|Canterbury magnoliasyou@outlook.com Troy Wathey Hawke's Bay troywathey@hotmail.com Caroline Ripley Auckland caroline.ripley3028@gmail.com Daniela Gonzalez-Bea Auckland nourishingartstherapy@gmail.com Gill Stacey Manawatu-Whanganui gill@gillstacey.co.nz Elise Anderson Wellington elise@edjestrengths.com Cassino Smith National Culturaladvicesupervisorexpert@gmail.com Rachel Windle Northland rachel.windle@xtra.co.nz Jannine Bhawan Wellington janninebhawan25@gmail.com Sally Beale Otago sally.beale@protonmail.com Mandy Hay Wellington mandyhaynz@yahoo.co.nz Jeremy Le Comte Auckland jeremy.m.lecomte@hotmail.com Liesl Niania-Sharples Auckland lieslani77@gmail.com Gaylene Delaney Bay of Plenty info@embracelife.co.nz Sharee Retallick Canterbury sharee.retallick@gmail.com David Pepe John Auckland akono.consultancy@gmail.com Nicolette Norval National info@narrativesoflife.co.nz Tanya Drewery Wellington tdrewerysupervision@gmail.com Paola Montanaro Marlborough info@therapytides.co.nz Kim Freeth Marlborough kfreethfighter@gmail.com Amy Colonna Bay of Plenty restoretauranga@outlook.co.nz Lawrence Manase Auckland law@trukat.org.nz Gayle Lauder Canterbury g.dotlauder@gmail.com Anjali Naran-Butler Manawatu-Whanganui anj@hwc.org.nz Raelene Hoogeveen Waikato nrom.rae@gmail.com Alison Jagger Canterbury simplybhealing@gmail.com Te Rangianiwaniwa Herewini Northland kim_mahu@hotmail.com Ameet Londhe Auckland ameet.londhe@gmail.com Silvia Purdie Wellington silvia.purdie@gmail.com William Toia Auckland willresolute@gmail.com Tetteh Lomotey Wellington ELomotey22@gmail.com Maria Panga Auckland pangario@windowslive.com Curtis Higginson Canterbury curtis@bbbs.nz Marie-Rose Joseph marierosejoseph51@gmail.com Vicky Finlayson Waikato vickyfcounsellor@gmail.com Sumita Sumita Waikato office@youarethetherapist.com Cory James Northland cory@tuhiata.org.nz Cera James Northland cera@tuhiata.org.nz Tracy Taipari National cathleentai@hotmail.co.nz Robert Wilson National pyoc1966@gmail.com Tyson Walters Auckland tyson@incouragesupervision.com Tania To'oa Seiuli National tarniyah001@gmail.com Deb Stanfield National stanfield.deb@gmail.com Julie-Ann Robb-O'Connell National julierobboconnell@gmail.com Dacia Davison National dacia@daciadavison.com Heidi Threlfo National heidi.threlfo@gmail.com Charissa Kavermann Auckland charissa.kavermann@gmail.com Isedora Lewis Wellington izzynz@gmail.com Melesina Umeano National meleumeano@hotmail.com Helen Willetts National willetts53@gmail.com Linda Paealiki National|Auckland lpaealiki03@gmail.com Andy Smith National andy@pursuelifeinc.com Miranda Palmer Auckland miranda.palmer@gmail.com Phil Trotter Canterbury philtrotter52@gmail.com Alannah Meredith Vatau Auckland alannahmeredithvatau@gmail.com Megan Evans Wellington meganexternalsupervisor@gmail.com Debbie Hollebon Nelson-Tasman Debbie@wholesupervision.co.nz Lulu Cooper Waikato CoopsLu712@hotmail.com Suzanne Cocker Manawatu-Whanganui suzannecocker.pohutukawaplace@gmail.com Jon Pearce Bay of Plenty jpprosupervision@gmail.com Allysia Kraakman Waikato nzholisticperformance@gmail.com Morgan Dando Taranaki Morgandando@gmail.com Lauren Reedy Hawke's Bay Lauren.Reedy@outlook.com Miriam Sessa Auckland sessaconsultants@gmail.com Lucinda Cassin Waikato lucinda@kahikitia.co.nz Amy-Leigh Hopa Waikato amyleighhopa@gmail.com Freda Amopiu Bay of Plenty fredaamopiu@gmail.com Jane Suzanne Caffery Waikato jane.caffery@yahoo.co.nz Tessa Aranga Canterbury tessa.aranga@icloud.com Linda Bougen Canterbury linda@headlinesupervision.co.nz Leah Rothman Wellington leahisasupervisor@gmail.com Julie McGregor Canterbury julie@juliemcgregor.co.nz Siaosi Andrew Ulugia Auckland andrew@epicsoulprojects.co.nz Fiona Mackinnon Auckland mackfim@gmail.com Heather Came Wellington dr.heather.came@gmail.com Olivia Hart Auckland hart_olivia@hotmail.com Tupefou Serah Kapeteni Auckland landskape2@gmail.com Paia Lauvi Wellington plauvi@xtra.co.nz Aimee Maaka Wellington Aimee.maaka@manareports.co.nz Andy Kapeli Auckland andy.supervision@gmail.com Aioo Donna Tavita Auckland donna.charlie18@gmail.com Matt Swank Wellington matt@lifeinc.co.nz Irka Omoboni-Soulat Auckland irka@xtra.co.nz Anne Honey-Monk Auckland awaihihoney@yahoo.co.nz Kristina Cavit Auckland Kristinacavit@gmail.com Lydiah Njeru National lidsnjeru@gmail.com Tammie Metcalfe Manawatu-Whanganui tammie.metcalfe@gmail.com Kirsten Smith Wellington kirstensmith40@gmail.com 'Avalu Tupou Tausala Waikato avalutausala9@gmail.com Helen Tau'au Auckland helenftauau@gmail.com Sebastian Maedler Canterbury maedlersebastian@gmail.com Louise Sue Canterbury louisesuemahi@gmail.com Rowan Cant Auckland rowan.cant.bsw@gmail.com Steve Holmes Bay of Plenty steve.holmes74@outlook.com Julie Ryle Julie.ryle@aspiretherapy.co.nz Belinda Urquhart Hawke's Bay Belle@essentialchoices.co.nz Falefatu Nimarota Wellington falefatu.nimarota@ohf.org.nz Emma Hamilton Auckland emma.ham76@gmail.com Leisa Moorhouse leisa_moorhouse@outlook.com Paranahia Roera riana.roera@hotmail.co.nz Olivia Giffney Canterbury oliviagiffneycounselling@gmail.com Vadelia Le Geyt Hawke's Bay jobhunters.v@gmail.com Kirsty Robinson Manawatu-Whanganui kirzt.holland@gmail.com Sarah McDonald Gisborne segulahcoaching@outlook.co.nz Joel Keegan Hastings Waikato j.k.hastings@outlook.com Hannah Keller Manawatu-Whanganui hrkeller635@gmail.com Selesa Stacie Iosefa Gae'e Auckland selesagaee@yahoo.com Shane Hooper Canterbury shanehoopernz@gmail.com Ai Kihara Auckland ai@hanacounselling.com Mark Taylor Canterbury mark@innerwork.co.nz Karen Howieson Nelson-Tasman kmhowieson67@gmail.com Kandas Gee Northland kandas@kandasgeesupervisor.co.nz Fiona Smorag Auckland info@iptonline.co.nz Bridie Marsden-Boyd Canterbury boyd.bridie@gmail.com C(Kere) Fransen Canterbury kongaawairaarangahou@gmail.com Danae Bernard Waikato danae.spyda@gmail.com Smrithi Sriram Auckland smrithisriram94@gmail.com Deborah Swaney Canterbury swaneydeborah@gmail.com Moana Mitchell Northland moana@tekorowai.org.nz Libb Blore Auckland libbyblore@bigtings.co.nz Rosalina Vai Auckland vairosalina08@gmail.com Tony Yuretich Bay of Plenty tony.yuretich@icloud.com Naveed Ahmed Auckland extsupervision@gmail.com Steve Holmes Bay of Plenty steve.holmes74@outlook.com Moana Everton Manawatu-Whanganui moana_e@hotmail.com Ritchie Telfer Canterbury ritchie.telfer@gmail.com Sarah Finlay Robinson Auckland incommonprojects@gmail.com Wyatt Butcher Canterbury wyattbutcher99@gmail.com Talei Bryant talei.bryant@whs.co.nz Olivia van de Veen Wellington olivia.pipiri@outlook.com Brooke Ashton Otago Brookeashton95@hotmail.com Rose Whanga rose.whanga24@gmail.com Cherida Fraser Wellington cheridafraser@gmail.com

Who We Are Ara Taiohi is the peak body for youth development in Aotearoa. We are a national membership based organisation connected to over 3,700 individuals and organisations who represent a diverse range of groups and practitioners that work with young people. Our Board Our Board provides strong leadership and strategic guidance, ensuring our work remains impactful and aligned with our mission to support young people. Meet the leaders who support and guide our mahi, ensuring we continue to make a lasting difference. Our Members Members are a core component of our peak body mahi, and help to shape the work Ara Taiohi does for the wider youth development community. Our Team Our team is a passionate group of individuals dedicated to empowering the youth sector and driving meaningful change. Meet the people behind our mahi—each bringing their unique skills, insights, and energy to our mission. Ngā Kaihoe Ngā Kaihoe is the national network of Māori kaimahi. We create space to connect and share youth sector insights and experiences from an indigenous perspective. Funders To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

Youth Week 2026 Youth Week 20256 will be here before you know it! We're excited to announce that this year's theme "Taringa whakarongo! Ki te reo o nga taiohi! Our voices matter! We deserve to be heard!" was chosen by young people and the youth sector. We can't wait to see how you celebrate! More info Ara Taiohi is the peak body for youth development in Aotearoa. We are connected to 4,000 people who work with young people every day. Our sector is based on a positive youth development approach which focuses on nurturing young people’s strengths and abilities, fostering their healthy development, and promoting positive engagement with their communities. Learn More about Youth Work in Aotearoa

Mana Taiohi Resources The following resources are a great starting point for learning more about Mana Taiohi. If you would like to kōrero about how Mana Taiohi can work in your workplace, please get in touch with our team. Mana Taiohi Training Check out our Trainings page to find out about our upcoming Mana Taoihi trainings in your rohe. Mana Taiohi in Kaiparahuarahi Check out our indepth discussion of Mana Taiohi in the second edition of Kaiparahuarahi, published in 2019. Kaiparahuarahi: Exploring Mana Taiohi

Mana Taiohi - Youth Development Principles Mana Taiohi is a principle-based framework that informs a way to work with young people in Aotearoa. It has evolved from the youth development principles previously expressed in the Youth Development Strategy of Aotearoa. The Mana Taiohi framework is informed by: The framework centres around the concept of mana. Mana is the authority we inherit at birth which can be affected by our choices and actions. It emphasises the right of a young person, to know about this, and to have agency in their lives and the decisions that impact them. Honouring the mana of young people involves celebrating their identities, and acknowledging their realities. It supports them to find their voice, work to their strengths, and step into leadership. Mana is an overarching principle of the framework and the following eight principles are in two sequential sections; Firstly, the mana young people have, and Secondly, how a youth development approach can whakamana young people. Whakamana in this context means to empower, encourage and affirm. Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources. Learn more about mana Honouring the mana of young people in Aotearoa Mauri (o te taiohi) we acknowledge the mauri, the inherent life spark and potential of young people, by supporting the development of their identity. Whakapapa (taiohi) with young people we understand and affirm their whakapapa, exploring how genealogies and heritage connect to their sense of identity and belonging. Hononga (taiohi) with young people we understand hononga, identity and strengthen connections . Te Ao (taiohi) with young people we explore te ao, understanding their holistic world and the dynamics that impact this. How youth development can whakamana young people Whanaungatanga with young people we prioritise whanaungatanga, taking time to build and sustain meaningful and trusting relationships . Manaakitanga with young people we uphold and extend manaakitanga, through reciprocal respect and care. Whai Wāhitanga Whai wāhitanga recognises young people as valued contributors to society, creating space for participation, agency and responsiblity . Mātauranga with young people, we are empowered by rich and diverse mātauranga, that encompasses good knowledge, wisdom and understanding . Learn More Mana Taiohi Whakapapa Mana Taiohi Resources Mana Taiohi Training

Mana Mana is the authority we inherit at birth, which can be affected by our choices and actions. It emphasises the rights of a young person to know about this and the decisions that impact them. Honouring the mana of young people involves celebrating their identities and acknowledging their realities. It supports them in finding their voice, working to their strengths, and stepping into leadership. Mana with Matt Mana Taiohi with Charmaine and Jane In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Charmaine Tuhaka and Jane Zintl explores how Mana Taiohi shapes the way we understand, engage with, and stand alongside rangatahi - highlighting its relevance in a rapidly changing social landscape and its potential to transform systems that impact young people. Read Kaiparahuarahi Kōrero Cafe: Mana, Mauri & Matekino Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.

Hononga Taiohi With young people we understand hononga, identify and strengthen connections. Hononga is about joining and connection.  Linked to whakapapa, it is about connection to people, land/whenua, resources, spirituality, the digital world and the environment. When we understand hononga we recognise all the connected relationships in a young person’s world (whānau, peers, school, the community), and the places and spaces that support these. Young people are supported to identify and strengthen these connections. Strengthening hononga also means recognising the connection between the wellbeing of young people and the wellbeing of their social and natural environment. Mana Taiohi with JJ and Arohanui Hononga: Identify and Strengthen Connections In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Fati Tagoai explores the concept of Hononga. Read Here Kōrero Cafe: Hononga Hononga and the Code of Ethics 8. Tūhonotanga | Connectedness 9. Mahitahi | Collaboration Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.

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.

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.

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.

Mauri (o te taiohi) We acknowledge the mauri, the inherent life spark and potential of young people, by supporting the development of their identity. Mauri is the life spark inherent in all young people.  It includes their values, beliefs, skills, and talents.  Fuelling that life spark means young people are seen, recognised and valued for who they are.  Young people are supported to follow their interests and passions and to actively construct their own identity.  Linked to their whakapapa, when their mauri is secure/solid, young people stand in their own truth. Mauri mahi, mauri ora - A working soul is a healthy soul Mana Taiohi with JJ and Arohauni Mauri Identity Life Spark In this expert from Kaiparahuarahi (Vol.1, No.2), Dr Sue Bagshaw, explores the concept of Mauri. Sue is a youth worker with a medical degree who was awarded a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her amazing work. Read Kaiparahuarahi Kōrero Cafe: Mana, Mauri & Matekino Mauri and the Code of Ethics Hononga Matua | Primary Relationship Whanonga Matatika | Behaviour Covered by the Code Iho Pūmanawa | Strengths-Based Ngākau Pono | Integrity Whakaaetanga Matatika | Informed Consent Explore Mana Taiohi Click on the images below to explore each principle and see relevant resources.