Day: October 24, 2019

VOYCE opens in Wellington

Mana Williams-Eade was the master of ceremonies at the official launch ceremony of the VOYCE-Whakarongo Mai office in Wellington on Wednesday 23 October. Mana started by expressing his sheer delight at having VOYCE finally in Wellington. Mana has been involved with VOYCE since its inception and is currently one of three young adults with care […]

Promise Three: Learning

Education as a gateway to dreams, rangatahi are supported to achieve aspirations.

Promise One: Care

Every tamaiti receives nurturing, protection, and provision, as any good parent would offer.

Promise Five: Voice

Tamariki and rangatahi are involved in decisions that affect them, and their voices are honoured.

Promise Four: Wellbeing

Timely, accessible, and culturally conscious health and mental health services are available to all taiohi.

Promise Two: Stability

Young people in care experience consistency, safety, and a sense of belonging.

Whānau care is where a child is being raised by someone in their whānau or extended family. Often it means a child living with their grandparents – but could also be another family member like an aunt, uncle or older sibling. Whāngai is the traditional Māori practice of whānau care.