Day: October 18, 2020

Levin Tūhono group launch in the Horowhenua

The care experienced community in the Horowhenua is fairly big considering the size of the small towns that make it up.  Children, young people and caregivers in the area are always looking for new ways to connect with each other. VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai.  We have stepped into this space with the young people in […]

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.