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Filter search resultsNew 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.Enabling participation by changing our attitudes
StoryIssue date:Young New Zealanders with disabilities have identified discrimination and ableist attitudes as the biggest barrier to their participation in schools and communities.Talking Matters - a campaign to get everyone talking to babies and young children
StoryIssue date:Talking Matters has a vision for all children in Aotearoa to thrive as thinkers, talkers and readers, and wants people to know it's never too early to start talking to babies..Young volunteer adds flair to food parcels
StoryIssue date:When a father of two came into the Masterton FoodBank and said he didn’t want a chicken because he didn’t know how to cook it, volunteer Merryn Hamilton realised there was something she could do to change people’s lives.Creating rainbow-inclusive schools
StoryIssue date:A nationwide organisation is helping schools become safer and more inclusive for young people who identify as part of the rainbow community.Birds, butterflies and local learning links
StoryIssue date:By following their children’s interest in birds and bugs, kaiako at Picton Kindergarten are helping children learn about conservation, whanaungatanga and kaitiakitanga.Māori and Pasifika Trades Training
StoryIssue date:Quality employment opportunities in construction, infrastructure and allied trades are being created for young South Aucklanders who often face challenges in the labour market.Importance of early brain development - from a Māori perspective
StoryIssue date:Since 1998, Brainwave Trust Aotearoa has been delivering educational programmes to thousands of people about how early experiences influence a child’s brain development.Supporting the Early Years System
StoryIssue date:The Supporting the Early Years Systems (SEYS) initiative helps families and whānau to nurture their children’s brain development and build readiness for life-long learning.Every child has a village
StoryIssue date:Powered by the sun and local volunteers, Common Unity’s off-grid, purpose-built community kitchen produces around 200 vegetarian meals every day for the Lower Hutt community.Project Salaam (Peace)
StoryIssue date:Project Salaam (peace) is enabling Muslim secondary school students to participate in youth leadership development that focuses on conflict resolution underpinned by Islamic values of non-violence, compassion, kindness and forgiveness.