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StoryIssue date:A coordinated, community-led initiative, based in the Gore District, is targeting children and young people who might be falling behind, through early identification and response.WELLfed transforming lives through food
StoryIssue date:A Porirua programme is using food and cooking education to create social change and empowerment – transforming lives through food.Parenting programme creates ripple effect in communities
StoryIssue date:The Real Talk parenting programme, run by Wesley Community Action, is helping parents to take the best of what they had growing up and build on it. They also reflect on the negatives from their upbringing and make a conscious decision to parent more…COVID-19 response and Budget 2020 reflect ongoing commitment to child and youth wellbeing
StoryIssue date:The Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy framework remains a critical lens for the Government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We've pulled together an overview of recent investments that support child wellbeing and poverty reduction, including…Connecting kids to their local habitat
StoryIssue date:Over one hundred children from neighbouring schools in Waikato got together to help restore habitat near Lake Whangape, as part of the recent Conservation Week. Check out a range of hands-on, fun ways to get young people learning about and connecting to…BOUNCE – Live Life Well
StoryIssue date:A youth-led project, developed by young people for young people, is helping young Cantabrians live life well every day.Living by the moonlight: Maramataka
StoryIssue date:A group of West Auckland students are learning how Maramataka (the traditional Māori lunar cycle) can affect their emotions, mood, energy, mahi (work) and taiao (the environment).Life-skills = work-ready skills
StoryIssue date:A series of short videos that highlight the wide range of life-skills young people acquire through everyday activities - in and out of school - that are relevant to the world of work.Fake news and online safety
StoryIssue date:Teaching kids about what’s real and what’s not can be tricky, but it’s important they understand that just because something is online, doesn’t mean it’s true. Netsafe has new resources to tackle misinformation and help with other online challenges…Future Leaders making a difference in their backyards and beyond
StoryIssue date:When COVID-19 hit, many of the challenges faced by young people living in rural communities became even harder. But COVID also provided an opportunity for young people in the Future Leaders programme to demonstrate the quality of their leadership.Poetry is back!
StoryIssue date:White Ribbon’s annual spoken word competition gives young people a voice so their thoughts on family harm and violence against women can be heard. Theis year's theme is Respectful Relationships, which research shows is a protection against violenceNew resources to support child focussed, community-led activity
StoryIssue date:A new set of resources aims to support and encourage child-focussed, community-led activity that will lead to positive change at a local level.Good for the pocket, the puku and the planet!
StoryIssue date:At the heart of Papatoetoe’s town centre is The Food Hub. This community-driven project highlights what’s possible when you bring together the resources of local community, traditional knowledge, private entities and local government to support a unique…Kits for kids
StoryIssue date:A Marlborough family has stepped up to help make the milestone of starting school successful, enjoyable and less stressful for those experiencing significant hardship.Creating a place of learning, nourishment and belonging for our tamariki
StoryIssue date:In the remote and small community of Taneatua, Eastern Bay of Plenty, the Hughes Place Garden Project is a nurturing place where whānau and friends can come together to share what they grow, as well as their knowledge and talents.Using a child equity lens to change things up
StoryIssue date:Rotorua Lakes District Council has been working hard to address equity issues in their region, particularly in relation to children.Dreams for the Decade
StoryIssue date:Barnardos’ ‘Dreams for the Decade’ project creates a positive space to focus on children’s hopes and aspirations, things that all children should have for their futures, no matter their circumstances.Supporting early literacy success
StoryIssue date:A new series of stories for young Kiwis, released by the University of Canterbury's Child Wellbeing Research Institute, provides a perfect resource for the whole family.Youth Week 2020
StoryIssue date:Aotearoa Youth Week 2020 is being celebrated, like never before - in our bubbles and online! This year’s theme ‘We are speaking, are you listening?’, chosen by young people, is an invitation to conversation.Young creative geniuses help reinforce COVID-19 messages
StoryIssue date:In response to a shout-out from the NZ Police, children and young people have been putting their creativity to the test.Youth Pulse Check online survey - now live
StoryIssue date:A new online survey is exploring the impact of the COVID-19 restrictions on young people, and will inform the development of further support for rangatahi over the coming months and beyond.Bald Angels #Summer of the Mullet
StoryIssue date:The Bald Angels, a Kerikeri based charity, is organising a fundraiser with a difference to support its work with Northland’s at-risk youth.Bedtime stories from prison
StoryIssue date:The simple act of story-reading is helping to maintain connections between children and their imprisoned parents, while also increasing literacy.Young entrepreneurs support child and youth wellbeing
StoryIssue date:The recent Young Enterprise Scheme national finals celebrated the entrepreneurial successes of secondary students from around the country, with many of the initiatives focused on improving child and youth wellbeing.Students awarded for digital solutions
StoryIssue date:The national finals of the 123Tech Challenge, the tech industry's in-school challenge, showcased a wealth of innovative problem-solving talent from primary, intermediate and secondary school students around the country.Evidence grows for benefits of mindfulness programmes
StoryIssue date:Mindfulness programmes are helping children and young people improve their focus and attention, develop increased calm and resilience, conflict resolution and positive relationship skills, including empathy, forgiveness and honest communicationCouncils put young people at the heart of their cities
StoryIssue date:Councils have an important role in helping create positive change for children and young people. Two examples of councils who have already adopted their own strategic plans focussed on young people in their regions are Porirua and Auckland.Young people call for courageous conversations
StoryIssue date:A recent Youth Diversity Forum held in Ōtautahi Christchurch generated robust discussion, ideas and solutions for the future of race relations in Aotearoa New Zealand.Young people helping young people
StoryIssue date:Youth development organisation, Challenge 2000, is giving young people the opportunity to serve and be an active part of the community. As well as responding to the needs of the community, the organisation also delivers programmes that challenge the…Bringing fresh ideas and energy to community leadership
StoryIssue date:More and more young people are involved in Youth Councils, bringing new energy and ideas, and a unique perspective as to how best to tackle challenges and opportunities.Jack jumps into the deep-end
StoryIssue date:A council, training organisation and college partnership is helping a young man with disabilities gain real-world experience and develop skills and confidence ahead of entering the job market.Breaking down barriers to sport
StoryIssue date:The first of a series of Community Sports Banks kicked off in Wellington recently, in a bid to tackle inequality and break down the barriers to sport.